Multiple Sclerosis and Pregnancy
Before 1950, women were advised to avoid becoming pregnant because it might worsen their MS symptoms. However, since then, research has shown that becoming pregnant is safe for women with MS. In fact, the National Multiple Sclerosis Society says that pregnancy reduces the amount of MS exacerbations.
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November 20, 2013Citation:
National Multiple Sclerosis Society, "Pregnancy and Reproductive Issues" International Encyclopedia of Rehabilitation, "Multiple Sclerosis and Pregnancy" dailyRx News, "Pregnancy and Multiple Sclerosis: Are Drugs Safe?" National Multiple Sclerosis Society, "Pregnancy, Delivery, and the Post Partum Period" MSAA, "Frequently Asked Questions about Multiple Sclerosis" dailyRx Condition, "Multiple Sclerosis News & Articles" Courtesy of Subbotina | Dreamstime Courtesy of Otnaydur | Dreamstime Courtesy of Viktor Pravdica | Dreamstime Courtesy of Evgenyatamanenko | Dreamstime Courtesy of Greenland | Dreamstime Courtesy of Alena Root | Dreamstime Courtesy of Monkey Business Images | Dreamstime Courtesy of Evgenyatamanenko | Dreamstime Courtesy of Nspimages | Dreamstime
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September 15, 2014