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It's easier for both health professionals and most
of their patients to use drugs as a substitute for change.
Self-medication with alcohol or nicotine, or prescription
anti-depressants and stimulants are easier than applying intelligence,
focus and analytical skills to complex relationship situations. Drugs
are also cheaper for the patient (in the short term) and more profitable
for the health professionals.
But the long-term consequences and side-effects of
psychoactive drugs are unacceptable to an increasing number of professionals and
some patients.
What is Multiple Sclerosis?
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a disease of the central nervous
system in which patches of nerve tissue in the brain and spinal cord are
damaged. MS is an autoimmune disease - the
person's immune system attacks its own body
tissue. All forms of multiple sclerosis affect nerve function.
While there is
no known medical cure, you can learn more about MS. Whether you are
afflicted with the disease or not, you can learn about a systemic
strategy that may reduce the frequency and severity of flare-ups, and
may slow the disease progression.
Multiple sclerosis cannot be diagnosed by a single
laboratory test. MS is primarily diagnosed by reviewing a person’s
medical history and testing reflexes, strength, coordination, sensations
and visual acuity for signs of brain or spinal cord damage.
Four types of MS are known. Most people with MS suffer
the relapsing-remitting type, in which
the symptoms reach a peak and then subside.
About half of those with this type of MS later develop secondary-progressive
MS, in which the symptoms progressively
worsen with partial recoveries. Primary-progressive MS
involves a steady worsening of disability from the outset. Less common
is progressive-relapsing MS, in which the symptoms
steadily worsen with periodic flare-ups.
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Autoimmune Disease ]
Symptoms of Multiple Sclerosis
The symptoms associated with multiple sclerosis range
from mild numbness and double vision to paralysis and blindness.
Although the symptoms depend upon the location and size of the damage, typical
MS symptoms include
physical weakness, eyesight problems, high blood pressure, abnormal
sensations, bladder problems and mood swings.
MS may begin with a single symptom, such as blurred
vision or tingling in a limb. As the symptoms of MS often worsen and
improve
unpredictably, a person with MS affects every member of a family.
Although multiple sclerosis can occur at almost any
age, MS is more often found in young adults between the ages of 20 and
40. Multiple sclerosis is more common in Caucasians, women, and people
living in temperate (rather than desert or tropical) climates.
What causes Multiple Sclerosis?
Although the cause of MS is unknown, the immune system
plays an important role. MS is thought to occur in people who
have a family
tradition of the disease, in which cases of MS occur
within the same family frequently. Studies of identical twins indicate that a genetic predisposition is not the only cause of multiple sclerosis -
other factors are encountered, usually before puberty, although no single infectious agent has
been identified.
MS may be triggered if the proteins of some
bacteria and viruses resemble the cells of nerve tissue, in which case the immune system may attack
the nerve tissue.
Treatment of Multiple Sclerosis
There is no known medical cure for MS, although some drugs can
reduce the number and severity of relapses and delay disability. Synthetic
polymers (glatiramer acetate) may reduce the immune system's
attacks on nerve tissue and slow the damage to nerves. Corticosteroids
can shorten spasms, fatigue and bladder
problems. Other treatments for MS include Avonex, Betaseron,
colloidal minerals and vitamins, mercury removal from teeth,
corticotropin (ACTH), procarin and Prednisone.
Regular exercise and adequate rest may help people enjoy more
active lives. Physical therapy and exercise can help strengthen weakened
muscles and improve coordination. Speech therapy can help people
speak and swallow better. Systemic Coaching
& Multiple Sclerosis
Soulwork systemic coaching can search for the
systemic benefits of symptoms - both personal benefits and those for the family of origin
(and occasionally for close friends or colleagues). These benefits may
include:
- gaining attention and expressions of caring
- avoiding disliked tasks and unwanted
responsibilities
- bonding to a family member who has or had MS
- punishing self for betraying an important person
(including an abortion)
A person's relationships can be mapped (family
matrix) and any identifications and transferences noted for
possible dissolution. This could be followed by goal diagnosis
- a person's goals and emotional or relationship blocks to those
goals can be assessed. Then a coaching plan or therapy plan can be
made, that provides control over the symptoms of MS.
| About eight years
ago, my MS ended my employment, and for 8 years I suffered
intense pain. My niece arranged a (Soulwork) session for me
as a gift, although I didn't expect any change.
As we worked on my relationships, my
pain seemed to withdraw into my solar plexus. Now, 3 weeks
later, I feel a sort of blessed numbness. ... I can
still move everything ... I can enjoy my family much more
... thank you for this blessing. |
Many people with MS can gain some
control over their symptoms. Longer-term control and remission
usually requires that a person evaluate and redefine their
relationships. Soulwork systemic coaching can provide assistance
and guidance for this evaluation and redefinition.
Many people with MS can hope to lead fuller and more
productive lives as systemic coaching becomes more available to
clinicians and medical researchers.NOTE:
Consult your physician regarding the applicability of any
opinions or recommendations with respect to multiple sclerosis, medical
symptoms or medical conditions.
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We welcome friendly people who are motivated and
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