Nov 21, 2025 · The MS hug is a collection of symptoms caused by spasms in the muscles around the ribs. Learn what it feels like, treatments, and more.

An MS hug is a common symptom of multiple sclerosis (MS) that causes a tight, squeezing feeling around your ribs. This temporary symptom can cause discomfort that can last for a few …

Oct 1, 2025 · The 'MS hug' is a feeling of tightness around the chest or stomach area. It's not dangerous but it can be frightening, especially if you haven’t come across it before.

MS hug, also known as dysesthesia, is often a first symptom of multiple sclerosis or of an MS relapse. With MS hug, you feel a squeezing sensation around the torso similar to what you feel …

Feb 18, 2025 · The MS hug causes tightness around the chest and is a common sensation for people with MS. Learn more about its symptoms and treatments.

Jun 5, 2024 · If you have multiple sclerosis, an autoimmune disease that affects the brain and spinal cord, you might have felt a band of pain around your torso. It’s often called the “MS hug.”

Jan 19, 2025 · The MS hug is a squeezing or tightening sensation around the chest and belly, which is why some folks prefer the term “MS squeeze.” In this article, we explain what an MS …

The MS hug is a symptom of multiple sclerosis that feels like a gentle but firm band of pressure around the chest, ribs, or torso. People often describe it as a squeezing or hugging sensation …

Jan 14, 2025 · Although seldom documented in medical journals, an unpredictable and often frightening symptom referred to as an “MS hug” is a well-known occurrence among a number …

Jul 23, 2025 · The MS hug is a painful symptom of multiple sclerosis that causes a tight, squeezing sensation around the chest or rib cage due to muscle spasms between the ribs.