MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS

• MS is an autoimmune disease that affects the CNS, causing inflammation and damage to myelin
• The cause of MS is unknown but it may be related to genetic factors, environmental triggers, or viral infection
• Symptoms of MS include fatigue, vision problems, muscle weakness/spasticity, balance issues, cognitive impairment, depression, pain, and sexual dysfunction
• Diagnosis of MS involves clinical examination, imaging studies (MRI), and laboratory tests such as blood tests and spinal fluid analysis
• Symptoms of MS include fatigue, vision problems, muscle weakness/spasticity, balance issues, cognitive impairment, depression, and sexual dysfunction
• Disease-modifying therapies are used to slow down the progression of MS by targeting immune system activity
• Treatments for MS aim to manage symptoms, prevent relapses, reduce disability, and improve quality of life
• Physical therapy can help with mobility, strength, coordination, and balance
• Occupational therapy can assist with daily living activities and adaptive equipment
• Treatments for MS symptoms include medications for relapses, corticosteroids, immunosuppressants, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and psychological support.
• Corticosteroids can reduce inflammation and speed up recovery from acute attacks of MS
• Speech therapy can address communication difficulties
• Cognitive rehabilitation can aid memory, attention, problem solving, and decision making
• Cognitive rehabilitation can aid memory, attention, and problem solving skills
• MS is an autoimmune disease that affects the central nervous system (CNS) and causes inflammation and damage to myelin sheaths around nerve fibers.
• Psychological support is important due to emotional distress associated with MS
• The cause of MS is unknown but may involve genetic factors, environmental triggers, and viral or bacterial infections.
• Immunosuppressant drugs such as azathioprine or methotrexate may be prescribed to suppress the immune response that causes MS