239. MS Nerve Pain and Menopause: Neurologist Dr. Boster on Mechanisms, Treatment Options and Hormone Therapy

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 know about hormone therapy. This episode offers actionable tips, practical advice, and hope for those navigating pain and menopause with MS. Whether you’re looking for ways to reduce pain, manage menopause symptoms, or improve your quality of life with MS, you’ll find valuable insights here!   Resources mentioned in this episode:  The MSing Link Episode 10, Live Your Life, Not Your Diagnosis with Dr. Aaron Boster - Apple Podcast || Spotify The MSing Link Episode 33, MS Neurology Assessment with Dr. Boster - Apple Podcast || Spotify The MSing Link Episode 34, Sexual & Bladder Dysfunction with Dr. Boster - Apple Podcast || Spotify The MSing Link Episode 233, Dr. Boster's 5 for 5 MS Management Framework: Evidence-Based Strategies to Slow Multiple Sclerosis Progression - Apple Podcast || Spotify Connect with Dr. Aaron Boster: Twitter: https://twitter.com/aaronbostermd Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/AaronBosterMD Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AaronBosterMD/ Website: https://bosterms.com/   Additional Resources: https://www.doctorgretchenhawley.com/insider Reach out to Me: [email protected]  Website: www.MSingLink.com Social:  ★ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/mswellness ★ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doctor.gretchen ★ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/doctorgretchenhawley?sub_confirmation=1 → Game Changers Course: https://www.doctorgretchenhawley.com/GameChangersCourse → Total Core Program: https://www.doctorgretchenhawley.com/TotalCoreProgram → The MSing Link: https://www.doctorgretchenhawley.com/TheMSingLink