Sarah Van Aertselaer

My Journey With Multiple Sclerosis

Monday 11th May

Hi, 

My name is Sarah Van Aertselaer, I’m a 27-year-old girl living in Antwerp, and in September 2025 I was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis (MS).

Before my diagnosis, I didn’t fully understand the symptoms my body was giving me. At first, they seemed small or easy to ignore, but over time they became impossible to overlook. One of the most common symptoms I experienced was tingling and numbness in my hands and legs. Sometimes it felt like pins and needles, while other times parts of my body felt weak or completely numb.

I also started struggling with my balance and found it difficult to walk straight. Simple things like walking normally, standing for long periods, or even keeping my coordination became challenging. Fatigue and dizziness could suddenly appear and make everyday activities much harder than people realise.

Now that I understand more about Multiple Sclerosis, I realise how important it is to recognise these symptoms early and seek medical help quickly. MS is an incurable disease that affects the central nervous system, and while there is currently no cure, early diagnosis and treatment can help slow the progression and improve quality of life.

That is one of the main reasons I started this fundraising run initiative. I want to raise awareness about the symptoms people should never ignore and help others understand that acting fast can truly make a difference.

Running for me is no longer just about fitness. Every step I take is for everyone living with MS, for families supporting loved ones through this disease, and for a future where better treatments and hopefully a cure can be found.

Thank you for supporting this journey and helping spread awareness for Multiple Sclerosis.

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