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Multiple Sclerosis Essay Research Paper Multiple SclerosisDefinitionMS

Multiple Sclerosis Essay, Research Paper


Multiple Sclerosis


Definition


*MS is characterized by the presence of areas of demyelination


*T-cell predominant perivascular inflammation in the brain white matter


*Some axons may be spared from these pathological processes


Incidence and Prevalence


*An estimated 2,500,000 people in the world have multiple sclerosis


*MS is one of the most common diseases of the central nervous system in young adults


*Diagnosis of MS is generally between 20 and 40 years of age, although onset may be earlier


Causal Factors


*Viral and autoimmune etiologies are postulated


*Genetic and environmental factors are known to contribute to MS


*A specific cause for this disease is not identified


Signs and Symptoms


*Early symptoms may include:


? numbness


? paresthesia


? mono- or paraparesis


? double vision


? optic neuritis


? ataxia


? bladder control problems


*Subsequent symptoms also include:


? more prominent upper motor neuron signs


? increased spasticity


? increasing para- or quardri

paresis


? Vertigo, incoordination and other cerebellar problems


? depression, emotional liability


? abnormalities in gait


? fatigue and pain


Complications


*fatigue is a major problem for those with MS


*persons with MS generally have a low tolerance for heat


*MS can cause severe mobility problems


Course


*MS is classified according to its clinical course into several categories:


?benign


?relapsing-remitting (the most common variant)


?progressive-relapsing


?primary progressive and secondary progressive


Prognosis


*life span is not significantly affected by MS


*there is no drug that can cure MS, but treatments are now available which can modify the course of the disease


Psychosocial Issues


*depression is often a symptom of MS


*because of the late onset, people with MS have to adapt to a new life


*many of these people have trouble adjusting to the use of wheelchairs, braces and crutches


*increased sexual dysfunction


*bowel and bladder control problems


*decreased mobility leaves many people with MS feeling left out and different

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