Hi SnEmMS,
I just wanted to "Welcome you to NT." Thanks for posting. It is really nice when a husband or wife comes on here to discuss their issues, and also what works for the MS person involved. We really appreciate you joining our forum.

I never tried topical Magnesium, but may in the future If I find the need to use it. I do understand that your wife rubs it on her hands in liquid form.

What I do use is a lot of oral Magnesium. I am used to it. I have built up to 750 mg daily to prevent my bowel plumbing's lack of motility.

More than that amount will work like a laxative for me, which I don't want (it's like Milk of Magnesia). Others have used less in order to find the right amount that works for them

Also, I just started using Olive oil for bowel health. Two teaspoons daily, in my Oatmeal, or yogurt, salad, or on a sandwich too, or anything like that. Stir it in right from the bottle (not cooked) in your juice in the morning.

Or you could use Canola oil, they both help grease the track, so to speak. They are high in Omega 3 fatty acids, the essential oils the body needs. Good for the heart too. Canola has Omega 3 and Omega 6 in it. Omega 6 could be inflammatory if too much is taken.

Thanks for the tip, nice to meet you.