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Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Learning Center

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Welcome

Multiple sclerosis is an autoimmune disease that affects the brain and spinal cord (central nervous system.

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Symptoms
Symptoms vary, because the location and severity of each attack can be different. Episodes can last for days, weeks, ...
Causes
Multiple sclerosis (MS) affects woman more than men. The disorder most commonly begins between ages 20 and 40, but ca...
Tests
Symptoms of MS may mimic those of many other nervous system disorders. The disease is diagnosed by ruling out other c...
Treatments
There is no known cure for multiple sclerosis at this time. However, there are therapies that may slow the disease. T...
Alternative Therapies
For additional information, see multiple sclerosis resources.
Complications
Depression; Difficulty swallowing; Difficulty thinking; Less and less ability to care for self; Need for indwelling c...
Prevention
  • No known prevention
Doctor Specialties
Call your health care provider if: You develop any symptoms of MS; Symptoms get worse, even with treatment; The condi...

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