Dr. B., you are the best at breaking down and explaining, understanding MS. I’ve lived with my diagnosis for almost 10 years now and I still love your videos explaining even the basics. Thank you for all you do.
This should be played to people who were just diagnosed. Just a 15 min video that will teach you the basics and that will explain to you what is going on. Thanks Dr.B, awesome job!
Howdy from Springfield, O-H-I-O! Where we have 7" of snow. I bet there is 0% chance of snow where you're at. I hope you're having a fabulous, relaxing vacay. We, your patients, and your online Village, love you. You work too hard for us not to take some time for self-care every once in a while. You've earned it! And yet, here you are, on vacation, STILL ensuring your Patients and Village are provided with the best care possible. From someone who has been to too many doctors, the last time I knew of someone with this level of dedication to his patients, was my grandfather, one of the original members of the School of Osteopathy. Dedication to your patients is only one of the reasons we love you so much! ❤ God bless!
Dr. Boster, thank you for this video. As I'm sitting here this morning writing a list up of symptoms I'm having for my first Neurology appointment. I'm praying I'm going to get andwers. This has helped me tremendously!. I have so many of these and the doctors I have seen so far, have pushed me off saying " You're aging" I'm in my early 50s.. 😮
I got my diagnosis last May at the age of 57- after 10 years of symptoms. Took 8 doctors, 10 MRI a second neurologist with the lumbar puncture to get the diagnosis. I was doing all the right things with life style so they didn’t find it until I was walking with poles for assistance . Keep pushing!
Thanks Dr. B. I went un/misdiagnosed for 16 years, but thankfully have little disability and boring MS since being diagnosed 3 years ago. However, I am legally blind in one eye due to slow and insidious bouts of optic neuritis over many years that went misdiagnosed as allergies since heat brought out my vision problems mostly coinciding with my seasonal allergies. Turns out it was the Uthoff phenomena the entire time.
Blessings and thank you Doctor for everything you do to help us understand this baffling condition..I was diagnosed 5 years ago and have been treated with Rituximab....I learned more in 14 minutes from you than 5 years from my neurologist....your insight and care is greatly appreciated
I was diagnosed in 2011 and I learn something new when I watch your videos. This one covered a lot. Thank you for keeping us informed. I appreciate it.😊
If I only had a talk like this 15 years ago. Having poor medical instruction and medical knowledge, I would be in a much better place. Then the other medical information about prescription medication side-effects from high dose steroids and things like easy frustration, anger, and rage. Depression and anxiety are also things that kind and understanding guidance with the extended village of friends and family. Loss of job, some mobility, and divorce are brutal ways to learn. Thank you for sharing. Working on dealing with so much more than a health condition, but all that life brings with it. Thank you Dr Boster
God bless you Dr. Boster for taking time to educate others as your on vacation! Your hands down the most informative MS Neurologist Specialist there is!! I share you with anyone and everyone that can benefit from your words of wisdom!! Enjoy the beach 🏖️ 🌊🌴 Have a wonderful week! ❤️& respect Lacy
Im in the process of determining if I have MS. I have epstein barr virus. Two MRIs ,,,symptoms of tingling/itching in face, hands , arms, having pain in hands, anxiety, nerve jerks In legs, memory problems , carpel tunnel, incontinence issues, second hand smoke growing up. I had covid 2 christmas ago and was sent to ER for possible stroke. Findings were no stroke after MRI on brain while in ER. (Did have white matter , but was told thats with age, so normal) So far,,,stenosis shown in MRI in neck and lumbar,. Im waiting on neurologist and primary doctors with my next appointment. In the meantime,,pain is getting worse in thumb/arm and starting on other hand. I read that stenosis and MS have similarities. Im just frustrated and in pain.
These insights on myelin, the immune system, and emerging therapies are invaluable. It's clear that patient education is key to managing MS effectively. What are your thoughts on how we can build stronger communities to support those living with MS and ensure their voices are heard in the development of treatments?
I’ve heard neurologists say that 95% of the population has been exposed to or contracted EBV but 95% of the population doesn’t have MS. It’s a little confusing.
Am sorry but not all people respond to the EBV the same way. It’s not only MS the only disease you get from EBV. I believe we people impacted by my MS were already predisposed to an autoimmune disease. Am 100% sure this is how I got MS I even remember the timeline. A few years ago I was able to shared it with Dr Booster.
So basically, EBV is a potential trigger (or key) for causing MS to activate. It isn’t “the reason” MS occurs. I’m not explaining this very well, but that’s how I understand it. It needs more than just the EBV to comment being.
A person may be exposed to an antigen, and the immune system overcomes it successfully. When this happens, they will have antibodies for a particular threat (in this case, EBV) but not the disease caused by EBV.
their webpage says they are taking new patients. I do not know about in-person or telehealth or insurance. but maybe there is an option that could work for you. - Best of luck!
I was diagnosed 2010 with PPMS , at a time of no medication , I was told I had the wrong type of MS , then Ocrevus came and I was told I had the wrong type of PPMS (non active) . Am I just unlucky or abandoned ?
Great video! 🎗️My mat. aunt had MS, and I have it. She had a mild course, mine is aggressive. We both lived in L.A. Why is mine worse? At age 13, I developed Hib. Twelve yrs later was my CIS. Do you think Hib had something to do with my MS course? 🤔
Hi there, I did not know that outside of the OCBs, just the elevated igG index could be used during the diagnostic process. Was there a change to the diagnostic criteria? Just interested, I'm one of the few patients who tested negative for OCBs - though my CSF otherwise clearly showed inflammation (cell count + igG etc.)
Dr. B, loaded question for you: I have Cog Fog, along with processing and retaining information. Especially if it comes too quickly, there's too much at one time, or if there are other background factors such as music, talkingnor other noise. My Speech Therapist gave me a MOCA test in office and my results are all within normal functional range, which I find confusing. Does that mean that mean I really don't have thinking and memory issues? Are my thinking and memory issues in my head? Or, can the MOCA test not detect the types of thinking and memory issues found within MS?
Question i have MS i found out about it 18 years ago. Which is probably had it longer then that I was looking up on some old. Medication 💊 I use to take Dilantin is it a true fact it can cause MS please reply back ur info helps a lot. I learned so much from u and a better understanding of MS thank u soooo much blessings always.
Am male , older than 40 , non causasion, diagnosed with PpMS So looks like my disease will be disaster have severe walking and balance issues and bladder dysfunction ( nothing else) . On ocrevus but having PiRa. My doctor is unable to give me a quality of life that I want. Am exploring all supplementary treatment so anyone having any clue let me know
God bless you Dr. Boster for taking time to educate others as your on vacation! Your hands down the most informative MS Neurologist Specialist there is!! I share you with anyone and everyone that can benefit from your words of wisdom!! Enjoy the beach 🏖️ 🌊🌴 Have a wonderful week! ❤️& respect Lacy
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Dr. B., you are the best at breaking down and explaining, understanding MS. I’ve lived with my diagnosis for almost 10 years now and I still love your videos explaining even the basics. Thank you for all you do.
Yes!! Make it boring. I can officially say my MS is currently boring with medication and diet & lifestyle changes. Thanks for all you do Dr. B.
This should be played to people who were just diagnosed. Just a 15 min video that will teach you the basics and that will explain to you what is going on. Thanks Dr.B, awesome job!
Awesome video. Very well done. That's a lot of information packed into 14 minutes without shying away from modern terminology.
Wow, thanks!
Howdy from Springfield, O-H-I-O! Where we have 7" of snow. I bet there is 0% chance of snow where you're at. I hope you're having a fabulous, relaxing vacay. We, your patients, and your online Village, love you. You work too hard for us not to take some time for self-care every once in a while. You've earned it! And yet, here you are, on vacation, STILL ensuring your Patients and Village are provided with the best care possible. From someone who has been to too many doctors, the last time I knew of someone with this level of dedication to his patients, was my grandfather, one of the original members of the School of Osteopathy. Dedication to your patients is only one of the reasons we love you so much! ❤ God bless!
You teach me so much more than my current dr. Thank you
2 Dr. Bosters! Excellent!
Dr. Boster, thank you for this video. As I'm sitting here this morning writing a list up of symptoms I'm having for my first Neurology appointment. I'm praying I'm going to get andwers. This has helped me tremendously!. I have so many of these and the doctors I have seen so far, have pushed me off saying " You're aging" I'm in my early 50s.. 😮
I got my diagnosis last May at the age of 57- after 10 years of symptoms. Took 8 doctors, 10 MRI a second neurologist with the lumbar puncture to get the diagnosis. I was doing all the right things with life style so they didn’t find it until I was walking with poles for assistance . Keep pushing!
Thanks Dr. B. I went un/misdiagnosed for 16 years, but thankfully have little disability and boring MS since being diagnosed 3 years ago. However, I am legally blind in one eye due to slow and insidious bouts of optic neuritis over many years that went misdiagnosed as allergies since heat brought out my vision problems mostly coinciding with my seasonal allergies. Turns out it was the Uthoff phenomena the entire time.
Blessings and thank you Doctor for everything you do to help us understand this baffling condition..I was diagnosed 5 years ago and have been treated with Rituximab....I learned more in 14 minutes from you than 5 years from my neurologist....your insight and care is greatly appreciated
I was diagnosed in 2011 and I learn something new when I watch your videos. This one covered a lot. Thank you for keeping us informed. I appreciate it.😊
If I only had a talk like this 15 years ago. Having poor medical instruction and medical knowledge, I would be in a much better place. Then the other medical information about prescription medication side-effects from high dose steroids and things like easy frustration, anger, and rage. Depression and anxiety are also things that kind and understanding guidance with the extended village of friends and family. Loss of job, some mobility, and divorce are brutal ways to learn. Thank you for sharing. Working on dealing with so much more than a health condition, but all that life brings with it. Thank you Dr Boster
God bless you Dr. Boster for taking time to educate others as your on vacation! Your hands down the most informative MS Neurologist Specialist there is!! I share you with anyone and everyone that can benefit from your words of wisdom!! Enjoy the beach 🏖️ 🌊🌴 Have a wonderful week! ❤️& respect Lacy
Recently diagnosed. I appreciate you so much!
You are so welcome
Hi from Israel thanks for this video which summerizes MS so simply why you are not my daughters doctor😢
Time to take notes, y'all! The tour de force is back!❤
Im in the process of determining if I have MS. I have epstein barr virus. Two MRIs ,,,symptoms of tingling/itching in face, hands , arms, having pain in hands, anxiety, nerve jerks In legs, memory problems , carpel tunnel, incontinence issues, second hand smoke growing up. I had covid 2 christmas ago and was sent to ER for possible stroke. Findings were no stroke after MRI on brain while in ER. (Did have white matter , but was told thats with age, so normal)
So far,,,stenosis shown in MRI in neck and lumbar,. Im waiting on neurologist and primary doctors with my next appointment. In the meantime,,pain is getting worse in thumb/arm and starting on other hand. I read that stenosis and MS have similarities.
Im just frustrated and in pain.
thank .👍
Thank you!
Love your informative videos!
So glad!
This is a very thorough explanation. Thank you.
This is such a great video! I am an MS Buddy through Shift MS and I am sending this to my buddies to understand MS!
Thanks much, Dr. B. Fantastic summary. (And yes to the EBV info.)
These insights on myelin, the immune system, and emerging therapies are invaluable. It's clear that patient education is key to managing MS effectively. What are your thoughts on how we can build stronger communities to support those living with MS and ensure their voices are heard in the development of treatments?
I’ve heard neurologists say that 95% of the population has been exposed to or contracted EBV but 95% of the population doesn’t have MS. It’s a little confusing.
Am sorry but not all people respond to the EBV the same way. It’s not only MS the only disease you get from EBV. I believe we people impacted by my MS were already predisposed to an autoimmune disease. Am 100% sure this is how I got MS I even remember the timeline. A few years ago I was able to shared it with Dr Booster.
I really want an appointment with Dr.Boster, or someone at his clinic!!!
So basically, EBV is a potential trigger (or key) for causing MS to activate. It isn’t “the reason” MS occurs. I’m not explaining this very well, but that’s how I understand it. It needs more than just the EBV to comment being.
A person may be exposed to an antigen, and the immune system overcomes it successfully. When this happens, they will have antibodies for a particular threat (in this case, EBV) but not the disease caused by EBV.
their webpage says they are taking new patients. I do not know about in-person or telehealth or insurance. but maybe there is an option that could work for you. - Best of luck!
Good mornin DrB!
Thank you for this video.it’s great encouragement to keep the faith and keep my ms boring. Doug coffee in hand from Lyndhurst.
You are so welcome
I heard that there was findings that progression starts before the first attack. Thoughts?
thank you for that very useful video, I've an important question: does medication prevent future attacks so prevent relapse ?
Hi, thank you so much for your wonderful videos. Could you address your opinion on neutropenia from Gilenya?
Can you share your thoughts on remyelination agents like PIPE 307?
I was diagnosed 2010 with PPMS , at a time of no medication , I was told I had the wrong type of MS , then Ocrevus came and I was told I had the wrong type of PPMS (non active) . Am I just unlucky or abandoned ?
The issue where I live is that specialists don't respond to claims of relapse. I lost my legs in 2024.
Great video! 🎗️My mat. aunt had MS, and I have it. She had a mild course, mine is aggressive. We both lived in L.A. Why is mine worse? At age 13, I developed Hib. Twelve yrs later was my CIS. Do you think Hib had something to do with my MS course? 🤔
Hi there, I did not know that outside of the OCBs, just the elevated igG index could be used during the diagnostic process. Was there a change to the diagnostic criteria?
Just interested, I'm one of the few patients who tested negative for OCBs - though my CSF otherwise clearly showed inflammation (cell count + igG etc.)
Dr. B, loaded question for you: I have Cog Fog, along with processing and retaining information. Especially if it comes too quickly, there's too much at one time, or if there are other background factors such as music, talkingnor other noise. My Speech Therapist gave me a MOCA test in office and my results are all within normal functional range, which I find confusing. Does that mean that mean I really don't have thinking and memory issues? Are my thinking and memory issues in my head? Or, can the MOCA test not detect the types of thinking and memory issues found within MS?
Question i have MS i found out about it 18 years ago. Which is probably had it longer then that I was looking up on some old. Medication 💊 I use to take Dilantin is it a true fact it can cause MS please reply back ur info helps a lot. I learned so much from u and a better understanding of MS thank u soooo much blessings always.
"Secondary"
Anyone else able to tick off all of these.
Am male , older than 40 , non causasion, diagnosed with PpMS
So looks like my disease will be disaster have severe walking and balance issues and bladder dysfunction ( nothing else) .
On ocrevus but having PiRa. My doctor is unable to give me a quality of life that I want.
Am exploring all supplementary treatment so anyone having any clue let me know
I'm sure Christina Applegate wishes her MS was boring. 😢
God bless you Dr. Boster for taking time to educate others as your on vacation! Your hands down the most informative MS Neurologist Specialist there is!! I share you with anyone and everyone that can benefit from your words of wisdom!! Enjoy the beach 🏖️ 🌊🌴 Have a wonderful week! ❤️& respect Lacy