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How to Keep a Symptom Diary for Multiple Sclerosis
Medically Reviewed by Zilpah Sheikh, MD on August 28, 2023
Written by Stephanie Watson
Why Keep a Symptom Diary?
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Low-Tech Is OK
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Go Digital if You Like
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Learn the Signs of MS
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What Info Should You Include?
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How to Track MS Flares
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Monitor Your Medicines
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How the Weather Makes a Difference
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Pay Attention to Your Activities
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Keep an Eye on Your Energy
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Medical Records to Include
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What to Do When You Notice Patterns
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Questions to Ask Your Doctor
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SOURCES:
National Multiple Sclerosis Society: "Multiple Sclerosis FAQs," "MS Symptoms," "Fatigue," "Weakness," "Numbness," "Vision Problems," "Dizziness and Vertigo," "Managing Relapses," "Medications," "Heat and Temperature Sensitivity," "Exercise."
Multiple Sclerosis Trust: "Diary of Symptoms."
Multiple Sclerosis Association of America: "My MS Manager."
Move Over MS: "Living with MS: Top 5 Mobile Apps to Get You Through the Day."
Foundation for Care Management: "Managing Multiple Sclerosis."
University of Kansas: "MS Daily Activity Diary."
August 28, 2023
Medically Reviewed by: Zilpah Sheikh, MD
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