Are you embarrassed by your multiple sclerosis symptoms? You're not alone

Barclay has had symptoms that she was too ashamed to speak about to her doctor, even though they are an expected effect of MS. — dpa

More than a third of patients living with multiple sclerosis (MS) in the United Kingdom have avoided seeking medical help for certain symptoms as they are too embarrassed, according to a survey.

A number of UK charities have now joined forces to stress that there are “no taboo subjects” when it comes to the condition.