Our Chief Medical Officer Dr. Charisse Litchman, who has treated neurologic patients for over 30 years, offers some advice to patients suffering from chronic illness. The mental and emotional aspects of living with chronic illness take a great toll and often remain unaddressed. Much of this stems from people viewing their illness as a burden …
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The diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis is considered by physicians after patients report various symptoms including changes in vision, motor weakness, incoordination, change in walking, fatigue, and bowel and bladder issues. The evaluation almost always includes an MRI of the brain and spinal cord, and often also cerebral spinal fluid examination via a spinal tap …
Meet Sandy, a mom, an entrepreneur, and an MS warrior Sandy was diagnosed with MS in 2014 after she experienced crippling symptoms on her wedding day. She is a busy working mom who juggles two young kids and…the dog days of summer in Texas, where the heat can reach 110 degrees Fahrenheit. Sandy has to …
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Today, MS patients have many options when it comes to medications used to slow the progression of their disease – but this was not always the case. In fact, the first medications (the interferons) designed specifically to treat MS were not introduced until 1993. Then, in the next few years, more self-injectable medications were introduced. …
Getting the diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is terrifying. Understanding what that means for your future and sorting through the different treatment options is daunting. What makes matters worse is that the people who are trying to help you in your journey-your doctors, nurses, support groups, pharmacist- are using words that are unfamiliar to …
Widespread Use of Marijuana in the American Population As recreational marijuana use has become legalized in many parts of the country, its use as a medicinal therapy has also taken root. The greatest acceptance in the medical community for the use of Cannabis and Cannabinoids has been in the treatment of chronic pain. There …
What is Shingles? About one in every three Americans will have shingles in their lifetime. Shingles is a painful array of blisters that follow the distribution of a single nerve root on the skin (usually the torso) and are usually one-sided. The blisters usually resolve entirely in two to four weeks. The blisters often are …
The Future of Neurology: A Podcast with BeCare Link’s Dr. Litchman Emmanuel “Manny” Fombu recently interviewed Chief Medical Officer Charisse Litchman on Bite the Orange‘s podcast. The podcast is focused on the future of healthcare, covering digital innovations and technological advancements. The podcast’s vision is to explore the innovations that will ultimately create a progressive, outcome-based …
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It’s not a surprise that the time with your physician is precious, especially for those dealing with multiple sclerosis. During an appointment with any healthcare provider, the clock is ticking to maximize the amount that can be accomplished in a limited time. According to national data, doctors spend an average of 18 minutes with patients. …
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We focus on multiple sclerosis and mental illnesses as we enter May’s Mental Health Awareness Month. In this blog, we cover why people with MS are at high risk of developing mood disorders while suggesting ways to mediate the associated anxiety and depression experienced by many MS patients. Background: Multiple Sclerosis Multiple sclerosis is an …
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