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What is Multiple Sclerosis?

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a long-lasting (chronic) disease of the central nervous system. It is thought to be an autoimmune disorder, a condition in which the body attacks itself by mistake. MS is an unpredictable disease that affects people differently. Some people with MS may have only mild symptoms.

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  • Vision problems.
  • Numbness and tingling.
  • Muscle spasms, stiffness, and weakness.
  • Mobility problems.
  • Pain.
  • Problems with thinking, learning, and planning.
  • Muscle stiffness or spasms.
  • Severe weakness or paralysis, typically in the legs.
  • Problems with bladder, bowel, or sexual function.
  • Cognitive problems, like forgetfulness or word-finding difficulties.
  • Mood problems, such as depression, anxiety, or mood swings.
  • Seizures, though very rare.

The cause of multiple sclerosis is unknown. It's considered an immune mediated disease in which the body's immune system attacks its own tissues. In the case of MS , this immune system malfunction destroys the fatty substance that coats and protects nerve fibers in the brain and spinal cord (myelin)

Experts aren't exactly sure what causes multiple sclerosis (MS). They have identified four primary risk factors for the condition: immune system, genetics, environment, and infection. Other risk factors for MS range from smoking to having obesity

There is no surefire way to prevent multiple sclerosis (MS). The condition develops when the immune system mistakenly attacks the protective coating of nerve cells (myelin sheath), causing damage to the nerves. What triggers this attack is poorly understood

How is it diagnosed?

How is it diagnosed?

Treatment for a relapse usually involves either: a 5-day course of steroid tablets taken at home. injections of steroid medicine given in hospital for 3 to 5 days.

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How is it treated?

Treatment for acute myeloid leukemia is vital. It varies with the patient and stage of the disease. Treatment options include

If your case is serious or drugs don't help, you might be able to get a procedure called deep brain stimulation (DBS). In deep brain stimulation, a neurosurgeon puts electrodes in your brain. They implant a programmable device, a kind of controller, under the skin of your chest.

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