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Women and MS

Women are three times as likely to get MS than men.

MS has different implications for women, in terms of periods, the menopause and having children.

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Women's health
MS doesn't affect fertility, but it can have an effect on periods, contraception and the menopause.
Read more about MS and women's health
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Pregnancy and birth
Having MS shouldn't stop you from having a baby, but planning becomes more important.
Pregnancy and birth
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Women, sex and MS
MS might have an impact on your sex drive or cause problems achieving orgasm. But there are ways around it.
More about sex and MS for women
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From support groups to information events, there's lots of ways to connect with people who understand what life's like with MS.

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Helpful resources

From symptoms and treatments to accessing care and support, our booklets and factsheets are packed full of information and tips on living well with MS.

You can download them from our website or order copies from our online shop.

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