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Thanks for the ping. The author doesn't mention Tysabri, her research must be a little behind. However, recent concerns have evidently emerged (melanoma, jcv in csf) but I've also read great reports for some people on what the drug is doing.

I thought this was interesting, and I don't think I've ever heard this expressed before:

Ms. Blackstone states it is important for patients to recognize an impending relapse — common indicators are fatigue and “a heightened sense of vulnerability, as if the person can tell something bad is going to happen” — and not try to work through a relapse. “It’s better to rest” and “avoid engaging in strenuous activity,” she suggests.

I've always noticed my relapses are preceded by what feels to me like a sense of anxiety, but I thought it was just me. Hmmm. And resting is my way to handle relapses, I don't do steroids...I just wait them out, but my lifestyle, work situation affords me that choice.

Thanks again for the ping.