What is Multiple Sclerosis (MS)?

MS is a chronic, often disabling disease where the immune system mistakenly attacks the protective covering of nerves in the brain and spinal cord. This disrupts communication between the brain and the body, leading to a wide range of symptoms—such as fatigue, mobility issues, and cognitive changes—that can vary greatly from person to person.

Relapsing-Remitting MS (RRMS):

This is the most common form of MS, marked by clearly defined flare-ups of symptoms (relapses), followed by periods of partial or complete recovery (remission). These cycles can be unpredictable and emotionally challenging.

Tumefactive MS:

A rare and aggressive variant, tumefactive MS causes large, tumor-like lesions in the brain, often mimicking brain tumors on scans. This form can be especially frightening due to its sudden, severe symptoms and the complexity of diagnosis and treatment.

My mom was diagnosed with RRMS in her early 20s and Tumefactive MS in her 40s. My mom is empathetic, kind, strong, and incredibly intelligent. I love her very much. This one’s for her❤️

Your support could help fund vital research, improve treatments, and bring hope to those living with MS.

£30 - could process one blood sample, giving researchers crucial information about genes and the immune system.

£50 - could pay for an hour on a microscope, so scientists can study cells and tissue in greater detail and improve their understanding of the biology of MS.

£100 - could pay for half an hour of MRI use, so researchers can monitor the success of clinical trials and understand MS in more detail.

Please donate what you can :)