Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Information

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic, autoimmune disease that affects the brain, spinal cord, and optic nerve. Although both men and women of all ages get MS, it is most often diagnosed in women between the ages of 20 and 40 years. MS symptoms may include weakness, balance issues, and vision problems, among others. This section will provide you with the multiple sclerosis information you need to better understand this challenging condition, including risk factors, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention and management of secondary conditions.

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Introduction

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic disease with both physical and neurologic symptoms that vary from person to person and over time. Huge advances in treatment options have been made in the last few...

Diagnosis

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is often first noticed when decreased sensation and visual difficulties appear and disappear over time, usually when a person is in their twenties or thirties.

Treatment

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is treated primarily with six different drugs, as well as oral and injectable steroids, the result of intense research in disease-modifying medications over the past 15 years.

Prevention and Management of Secondary Conditions

Multiple sclerosis (MS) presents a wide array of symptoms that vary by individual. Nineteen specific secondary conditions are addressed, along with treatment and prevention.

Reference

There has been a tremendous amount of research undertaken on multiple sclerosis, beginning in the 19th century. Many of the most important research studies are cited here.

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