I have MS and Crohn's disease. Both are autoimmune diseases (so they think). I have had Crohn's disease since 1990 and MS since (2004 or 06 depending on how you count your start date). The doctors feel the autoimmune response that has been attacking my digestive system all these years has turned on my neurological system.

So, I began to do some research. I located a doctor that specializes in the immune system (I have actually talked with some of her patients). I have an appt to see if she can provide any help. Most of her patients (not the ones I talked to) are AIDS patients but if this is all traced back to the immune system wouldn't it be smart to attack the root rather than just react to the results?

Has anyone else tried this approach? Do you just stick with your neurologist to treat you.

Hi Gigi

my son doesnt have MS but does have severe Crohn's Disease and Tourette Syndrome

the only approach that has helped him is the immuno-nutritional one

I have some previous threads on it here
http://neurotalk.psychcentral.com/thread9831.html
and
http://neurotalk.psychcentral.com/thread1094.html

hope that helps with your research and treatment progress

Cheri

Have you looked into Tysabri? It is now prescribed for each condition. Ask your drs.

Good luck.