Reddit's Medical Information Disclaimer
This is a forum for sharing issues related to multiple sclerosis including nutrition, exercise, personal accounts, pharmaceuticals, and all other treatments. Family and friends are welcome! It's also a safe place to vent. The advice here is not a replacement for professional help.
Our Rules
Rule 1: Be kind. No name calling or personal attacks. Think before you post, particularly in sensitive threads. Inflammatory comments are removed. Bans are rare, but happen.
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