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A 37-year-old male asked:
what is the best treatment for multiple sclerosis?
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Dr. Dariush Saghafianswered
Neurology 33 years experience
No unique answer: MS has many forms, many phases, individuals respond in all sorts of different and at times unpredictable ways so there is no BEST drug to tell you about. Latest research suggests the use of interferons and immunomodulating drugs is what best manages this disease. Unfortunately, there are plenty of problems with that approach but your doctor will discuss all the options with you.
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Dr. Bennett Machanicanswered
Neurology 52 years experience
Potent meds: The most effective drugs include Lemtrada, Ocrevus, Rituxan, & Tysabri, with lesser potency using Gilenya, then Tecfidera. The archaic interferons really should have little if any treatment roles these days, but Copaxone still of value in young females wishing a family. Diet and exercise may be useful.
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Many methods.: The week around ovulation is the best time to get pregnant. Having sex daily or every other day during that week gives the same preg rate. If you have regular cycles, 14 days before your cycle should start is the most likely ovulation day. If you can do an ovulation calendar with basal temp check and cervical mucus, that is even more accurate. Ovulation testing kits (available otc) are even better.
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Dr. Shontae Buffingtonanswered
Pediatrics 17 years experience
Leave them alone: The best thing to do is to leave them alone. Try to get rid of the offending agent, heat, over bundling; consider an office visit if baby's skin does not improve. It may be eczema or another common childhood rash.
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What are some of the best home remedies for sunstroke?
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Family Medicine 38 years experience
True sunstroke is…: …not a condition to be treated at home; it requires immediate medical attention to lower the body's core temperature so the brain is not permanently damaged. Lesser sun-related illnesses can be treated with cooling, fluids, salt/electrolytes, staying in cool environment. Check with doc as to whether any meds may put you at risk for heat-related problems.
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A 33-year-old member asked:
In simple terms can anyone tell me what is the best treatment for multiple sclerosis?
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Dr. Bennett Machanicanswered
Neurology 52 years experience
My opinion: For what it's worth, each ms patient is unique and not all meds fit each person. Yet, you want a potent effective medicine, and nowadays we have lots of choices. Must consider risks and side effects. Most effective meds in descending order would be tysabri, (natalizumab) gilenya, tecfidera, rebif, betaseron, aubagio, copaxone, and lastly avonex. No perfect med exists commercially..
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