5. Dizziness and Problems with Balance
A person that is suffering from MS may notice that they have issues with their balance. At times, a person who suffers from the disorder may simply feel dizzy. Most doctors will refer to these symptoms of MS as a person having issues with their gait. This simply means that a person may have difficulty walking simply because they feel dizzy or cannot find their balance. Vertigo is a common issue that many people with MS suffer from.
Most often, when sitting a person with MS will feel fine, but as soon as they stand up they feel dizzy and may even fall down. Climbing up on a ladder or a stool is not a good idea as these symptoms can worsen when doing so. Sitting down when you feel dizzy or lying on your back is typically helpful in order to get the dizzy spell to pass.