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- Abbreviated MS
- Commonly begins between the ages 20 and 40Medline Plus: Multiple Sclerosis
- Treatment may slow progression
- There is no cure
- Approximately 250,000 to 350,000 diagnosed cases in USNational Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke: Multiple Sclerosis
- Estimated 200 new cases each weekNational Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke: Multiple Sclerosis
- Twice as common in caucasiansNational Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke: Multiple Sclerosis
- Twice as common in womenNational Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke: Multiple Sclerosis
- For many, the symptoms and effects of the disease are mildMedline Plus: Multiple Sclerosis
- For others, the disease can cause serious problems such as loss of the ability to write, speak or walkMedline Plus: Multiple Sclerosis
- The cause of MS is not clearWebMD: Multiple Sclerosis Health Center
- Research suggests that genetics and the environment may play a part in causing MSWebMD: Multiple Sclerosis Health Center
- More common in Scotland, Scandinavia, and northern EuropeWebMD: Multiple Sclerosis Health Center
- There are several types of MS and not everyone reacts the same way or has the same symptoms.
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Multiple sclerosis is an autoimmune disease in which the immune system attacks proteins in the myelin sheath of the central nervous system. The body then healths itself, creating scar tissue called sclera on the nerves and the brain. Damaging the myelin sheath decreases the efficiency of nerve signals, causing muscle weakness, tingling and numbness. The damage slows the relay of messages from the body to the brain and may also result in balance issues and falling.
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Symptoms
Common symptoms include muscle weakness, a sensation of numbness or tingling and problems with thinking, memory, balance, coordination and vision.MedlinePlus: Multiple Sclerosis Many peoploe with MS develop optic neuritis. -
Montel Williams
One celebrity diagnosed with MS is Montel Williams. Williams is the founder of the Montel Williams MS Foundation. Williams spoke about his experiences living with MS in an episode of The Oprah Winfrey Show which aired on March 17, 2009. Winfrey interviewed several people suffering from MS in the episode. -
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Diagnosing MS
To be diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, your doctor will perform a variety of tests including nerve conductivity, magnetic resonance image sometimes called an MRI and a lumbar puncture also known as a spinal tap. the diagnosis is not considered to be confirmed until the resulots of the lumbar puncture are received, but lesions or sclera are usually visible on an MRI.
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Multiple Sclerosis Questions
What are common symptoms of Multiple Sclerosis? 1 AnswerMultiple Sclerosis: Recognizing Multiple Sclerosis Multiple sclerosis symptoms generally appear between the ages of 20 and 40. The onset of MS may be dramatic o... read more
How is Multiple Sclerosis diagnosed? 2 AnswersMultiple Sclerosis starts out with full medical history and neurological exam. Other conditions with common symptoms are ruled out. Imaging studies, like MRI ... read more
Do you know any natural or homeopathic treatment for symptoms of Multiple Sclerosis? 2 AnswersThere are some good links on the Mahalo multiple sclerosis page for alternative treatments. In addition, there are pages for homeopathy and alternative medicin... read more
Is it possible to start a charitable organization for a person with multiple sclerosis who lives in Poland? How? 1 AnswerTo qualify for tax exemption, an organization must have a charitable purpose wtihin the meaning of section 501(c)(3). The organization must serve a public, and ... read more
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extension prtcl 4 multiple sclerosis ppl who particip8d in genzyme-sponsored studies of alemtuzumab http://bit.ly/5ZbIHA
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Permanent Progressive MS (Multiple Sclerosis) Challenges - One Victim%27s Dated View, http://hubpages.com/t/f0e42
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extension prtcl 4 multiple sclerosis ppl who particip8d in genzyme-sponsored studies of alemtuzumab http://bit.ly/6tTIz7
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FACT The cause of Multiple Sclerosis is unknown. It may B caused by a virus, altho unlikely thr is just 1 MS virus http://bit.ly/2Ano7r
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