Many studies show there is a link between MS and vitamin D deficiencies. Dr. Derek Menkedick is breaking down the data out there and goes through the different ways you can get this important vitamin. Thank you for listening to MS Minute with DCND. Dayton Center for Neurological Disorders is a private neurology group out of Dayton, OH. Our goal is to help those living with MS with monthly educational episodes. You can find more about DCND at www.dcndinc.com ..read more

We know MS is three times more common in women than in men...especially in women of child bearing age. In this episode, we are asking...does MS have any impact on the menstrual cycle?  Dr. Nicole Alexander answers the question.  Thank you for listening to MS Minute with DCND. Dayton Center for Neurological Disorders is a private neurology group out of Dayton, OH. Our goal is to help those living with MS with monthly educational episodes. You can find more about DCND at www.dcndinc.com ..read more

Dr. Ken Pugar joins the podcast again to discuss the first clinical episode or manifestation of symptoms that can lead to a Multiple Sclerosis diagnosis. He also explains why some patients will never get the MS diagnosis after having a clinically isolated syndrome.  Thank you for listening to MS Minute with DCND. Dayton Center for Neurological Disorders is a private neurology group out of Dayton, OH. Our goal is to help those living with MS with monthly educational episodes. You can find more about DCND at www.dcndinc.com ..read more

Yolanda has been living with MS for more than 20 years. She talks about her journey, having a baby with MS, the "look" people would give her when they found out about her diagnosis and how her outlook impacts her health.  Thank you for listening to MS Minute with DCND. Dayton Center for Neurological Disorders is a private neurology group out of Dayton, OH. Our goal is to help those living with MS with monthly educational episodes. You can find more about DCND at www.dcndinc.com ..read more

Dr. Doug Pugar answers all the common questions about the MRI.  Thank you for listening to MS Minute with DCND. Dayton Center for Neurological Disorders is a private neurology group out of Dayton, OH. Our goal is to help those living with MS with monthly educational episodes. You can find more about DCND at www.dcndinc.com ..read more

Trenton was diagnosed with MS in 2021. He shares his journey so far and his powerful advice to others walking a similar path.  Thank you for listening to MS Minute with DCND. Dayton Center for Neurological Disorders is a private neurology group out of Dayton, OH. Our goal is to help those living with MS with monthly educational episodes. You can find more about DCND at www.dcndinc.com ..read more

When it gets hot outside MS symptoms can flare up. MS Specialist, Dr. Derek Menkedick shares insight on what causes this and some suggestions on how to keep your body temperature regulated.  Thank you for listening to MS Minute with DCND. Dayton Center for Neurological Disorders is a private neurology group out of Dayton, OH. Our goal is to help those living with MS with monthly educational episodes. You can find more about DCND at www.dcndinc.com ..read more

Age impacts several aspects of our health. In this episode, we look at how it can impact your MS.  Thank you for listening to MS Minute with DCND. Dayton Center for Neurological Disorders is a private neurology group out of Dayton, OH. Our goal is to help those living with MS with monthly educational episodes. You can find more about DCND at www.dcndinc.com ..read more

Neurologist and sleep expert, Dr. Michelle Noel talks about sleep issues and how it impacts our health.  Why sleep issues are so prevalent for people living with MS.  How do you know if sleep is the issue and if you are sleep-deprived? Why are sleep issues more common for people living with MS? Is snoring normal? What can be done about sleep apnea? What can we do to get better sleep? What should our sleep environment look like? Thank you for listening to MS Minute with DCND. Dayton Center for Neurological Disorders is a private neurology group out of Dayton, OH. Our goal is to help t ..read more

A vision issue is a very common first symptom of Multiple Sclerosis. Emily Dowd, NP with DCND discusses the different kinds of vision issues that MS patients have and what management options are available.  Thank you for listening to MS Minute with DCND. Dayton Center for Neurological Disorders is a private neurology group out of Dayton, OH. Our goal is to help those living with MS with monthly educational episodes. You can find more about DCND at www.dcndinc.com ..read more