Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is a disease in which the immune system eats away at the protective covering of nerves
• Signs and Symptoms
Multiple sclerosis causes many different symptoms, including vision loss, pain, fatigue, and impaired coordination. The symptoms, severity, and duration can vary from person to person. Some people may be symptom free most of their lives, while others can have severe chronic symptoms that never go away
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o Slurred speech
o Anxiety or mood swings o Blurred vision, double vision, or vision loss o Difficulty walking o Muscle paralysis o Muscle spasms o Pain in the back or eyes o vision problems. o tingling and numbness. o weakness or fatigue. o balance problems or dizziness. o bladder issues. o sexual dysfunction. o cognitive problems. |
Test and Technology |
Treatment |
o MRI Scan
o Blood Test o Lumbar Puncture |
o There is no cure for multiple sclerosis. Treatment typically focuses on speeding recovery from attacks, slowing the progression of the disease and managing MS symptoms.
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Prognosis
MS patients will experience a normal or almost normal life span
Professions associated with disease
Neurologists
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Speech Therapist
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Occupational Therapist
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