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Select list of medications commonly used to treat bladder problems:
Tofranil® (Imipramine)

Bowel Problems

People with MS may experience bowel symptoms including constipation, bowel urgency, or involuntary bowel movements. In most cases this can be relieved by simple strategies such as increasing fluids, incorporating fiber into the diet, and exercise.

It's best to try to maintain a regular pattern of bowel movements by trying to move the bowels at the same time each day. If stool becomes hard and difficult to pass, stool softeners and laxatives can help. Medications that control bladder function may be helpful in people who have bowel urgency or involuntary bowel function.

Select list of medications commonly used to treat bowel problems:

Vision Problems

Eye movement problems may be acute or long-term and management varies depending on the severity of the problem, how long it has lasted, and how it affects function.
Optic neuritis is common symptoms of MS. It is an inflammation of the optic nerve that involves demyelination. Symptoms may include blurry vision, loss of visual acuity, loss of some or all color vision (especially of the color red), complete or partial blindness, and pain behind the eye.  Optic neuritis is commonly treated with steroids, but specific treatment depends on many individual factors and should be discussed with a doctor.

Sensory Symptoms

Sensory symptoms, such as numbness and tingling, are common complaints in people with multiple sclerosis (MS). Although these symptoms cause discomfort and annoyance, they usually do not represent a worsening of the disease or an increase in disability.

However, if such symptoms interfere significantly in one’s life, he or she should consult with a physician. Depending on the cause or type of sensory symptom—if, indeed, one can be identified—a doctor may be able to prescribe certain medications that may alleviate the discomfort.

Pain is considered a sensory symptom of MS and this pain can be acute requiring immediate assessment and treatment (for example eye pain or facial pain); or chronic (long-term) such as aches, shooting pains, and throbbing. There are medications for this disabling sensory symptom and it should be called to the attention of your physician as soon as possible.

Heat Sensitivity

Although the symptoms of multiple sclerosis (MS) tend to worsen in the heat, it is important to remember that this is only a temporary problem in most cases. When the temperature returns to normal, symptoms typically subside. Below are some strategies for beating the heat:
Check your body temperature if you think you have a fever and treat it as soon as possible by consulting your physician, who may advise taking acetaminophen or a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory such as ibuprofen.

Depression

It's sometimes hard to say whether MS lesions cause depression directly, whether people get depressed because they have a chronic disease, or whether both of these scenarios occur simultaneously. No matter what the cause, depression that is frequently encountered in MS should be treated promptly.
It is important to remember that effective help is available through your healthcare provider, community mental health programs, and MS organizations.
Antidepressant medications and talk therapy are often used in combination to help relieve feelings of depression. People experiencing depression are urged to speak with their physician or other healthcare provider immediately.




(published with permission in writing from:http://www.multiplesclerosis.com)




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