The last few years have witnessed a revolution in our understanding of multiple sclerosis (MS). New treatments have transformed the prospects for many who have this chronic disease and MS is increasingly a manageable disease. This book explains the latest medical thinking on MS. It explores how to ease symptoms such as balance and mobility problems, and how to get the best from medical treatments. The book also suggests self-help techniques and lifestyle changes that may help. Topics include: types of MS diagnosis drug treatment managing side effects treating pain and fatigue bladder, bowel, swallowing and other problems coping with the mental and emotional burden diet and MS complementary and alternative remedies