Iman Ali is one of Pakistan’s most recognized supermodels and actresses. She made her big-screen debut in 2007 with ‘Khuda Kay Liye’ and won over individuals with her performance.
In 2006, when Iman was at the peak of her amazing career at the age of 26 she started to feel fatigued despite having a good 8-hours of sleep. She realized that while reading her scripts, her vision would go blurry.
Every day seemed to be becoming a bigger challenge for the diva. She was then diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis (MS).
Iman rolled out a detailed video talking about her condition and how that every day is a battle for her, not knowing what will happen under #intezaarnakaro, #letsbeatms campaign.
Iman mentions that getting help on time is crucial and will enable MS victims to live a better quality of life . She received support from family and friends and is happily married to Babar Bhatti.
Iman first came forth with her story by becoming an MS ambassador and by sharing awareness about this disease in November 2019 where she shared that she has been battling with MS for 15 years.
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As I am an MS warrior since 15 years ! #IntezaarNaKaro #LetsBeatMS @letsbeatms
Other celebrities and influencers joined the campaign by sharing their blurfies to create awareness about what the world looks like to victims of MS.
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#repost @imanalyofficial ・・・ Maybe some of you know already that I am living with Multiple Sclerosis. It is a part of my life now and my lifestyle has completely changed. My speech, movements, everything is impacted. But I am fighting on, like all the other patients who are living with this disease. MS affects the nerves in the brain, and the most common symptom is blurred vision. When there is a relapse, the blurred vision is also accompanied by dizziness. So in honor of World MS Day, 30th May – I am uploading a #Blurfie and urge you all to show support. Change your profile pictures to a Blurfie. #LivingWithMS #WorldMSDay #LetsBeatMS #IntezaarNaKaro . . . Here’s what you need to do Step 1: Take a picture while shaking your phone lightly Step 2: Apply the Facebook picture filter Step 3: Upload it on your social profiles Step 4: Use the hashtags #Blurfie #LetsBeatMS
What is MS?
MS is a potentially disabling disease of the brain and spinal cord. In this condition, the immune system attacks the protective sheath (myelin) that covers nerve fibers and causes communication problems between your brain and the rest of your body.
What are the symptoms?
The early symptoms of MS include:
- vision problems
- tingling and numbness
- pains and spasms
- weakness or fatigue
- balance problems or dizziness
- bladder issues
- sexual dysfunction
- cognitive problems
Does it have a Cure?
There is no cure for multiple sclerosis. However, there are treatments that typically focus on speeding recovery from attacks, slowing the progression of the disease and managing MS symptoms.
How can I get Help?
If you or someone you know has felt similar symptoms, you need to visit a neurologist ASAP. It is also important for you to get authentic and relevant information in regards to MS, which you can do so by clicking here.
Delaying a visit to the doctor can prove to be fatal. Join the fight against MS ab aur #intezaarnakaro!