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Podcast: The MSing Link
Episode: 239. MS Nerve Pain and Menopause: Neurologist Dr. Boster on Mechanisms, Treatment Options and Hormone Therapy
Description: In this episode, I’m thrilled to welcome back Dr. Aaron Boster, a renowned MS neurologist, to dive deep into MS nerve pain and the impact of menopause on multiple sclerosis. We break down the different types of MS pain, including neuropathic pain, the infamous “MS hug,” and even symptoms like pathologic itching and formication.
Dr. Boster also shares expert strategies and treatment options for managing MS nerve pain, including physical therapy, medications, topical creams, and non-pharmacological approaches. Plus, we discuss how hormonal changes during menopause can influence MS symptoms and progression, and what MS warriors need to kno...