After an MS diagnosis, this man started running marathons
Summary
Derek Stefureac was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS), a disease that affects the nervous system, at age 39. After quitting smoking, he began running to improve his health and has since completed marathons on every continent, even managing to improve his condition.Key Facts
- Multiple sclerosis is a disease where the immune system attacks nerve coverings, causing problems in body and brain communication.
- Stefureac first had a seizure-like episode at work and was later diagnosed with MS.
- Doctors recommended healthy living and exercise as ways to slow disease progression.
- Stefureac started jogging after quitting smoking and has now run 36 marathons, including in Antarctica and on Mount Everest.
- His neurologist said Stefureac showed signs of neurological problems and spinal lesions that usually indicate more disability.
- Exercise can help people with MS by improving nervous system function and reducing other health risks.
- Stefureac’s case is unusual because his symptoms have improved over time, which is rare in MS.
- He continues to take medication and exercise to manage his MS.
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