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What MS Treatment Is Right For Me?
If you've been diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS), you should talk to your doctor about what MS treatment is right for you. To help make your decision, start by looking at how effective the therapy is.

Look for a multiple sclerosis treatment that will slow the progression of the physical disability and decrease the frequency of relapses. Also, consider the impact of side effects; all treatments have them. Finally, be sure to think about your lifestyle. Try to find an MS treatment that is easy and convenient for you, which may help you stay on track for the long-term. Keep these factors in mind so you can make the right choice.
What to Consider When Choosing an MS Treatment
Effectiveness. How well does the therapy slow the progression of physical disability? Does it decrease the number of relapses? Preventing or postponing long-term disability should be the main goal of any MS treatment.

Safety. All medications have some risks. It's important to weigh those with the potential benefits of therapy, as well as consider the impact of side effects. Talk to your doctor. He or she can provide you with important safety information to help you make your decision.

Convenience. Therapy won't do you much good if you don't take it consistently. So when you're making your choice, think about how much medication you'll be taking and how often you'll have to take it. You should consider a treatment, whether it is injection therapy or infusion therapy, that fits well with your lifestyle.

Side effects. All multiple sclerosis treatments have the risk of developing side effects. When you start a treatment, it is important to consider both the benefits and the possible risks, and discuss any concerns you may have with your healthcare provider.
It took me longer than usual to recover from my relapses

Relapses that take longer than a few months to recover from may also be a sign that your MS therapy isn't working as well as it should.
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