FUMS 087 - Let's Talk About Sex - and MS - with Dr. Fred Foley

FUMS: Giving Multiple Sclerosis The Finger

There are countless ways that MS can MesS with your life. But one of the most infuriating, most common, and most difficult to talk about, is sexual dysfunction.

Obviously, this is something that can affect anyone. But a shocking 80% of people with MS report having sexual concerns or issues. The symptoms can include loss of sensation to an inability to climax, and the causes can run the whole gamut from depression, poor body image, and medications to treat your MS and associated conditions.

So Dr. Fred Foley is here to help you bring your sexy back!

Dr. Foley is Professor of Psychology at Yeshiva University, in the Bronx, NY, and the Director of Neuropsychology and Psychosocial Research at the Multiple Sclerosis Center at Holy Name Medical Center in Teaneck, NJ.

The most important thing to learn from this podcast is that there are lots of ways you can still get busy and get happy! But the key is communication - with your partner, your doctor, and healthcare professionals. So Dr. Fred also offers guidance on how to do that.

Full show notes and resources at https://fumsnow.com/fums087