About Multiple Sclerosis

Multiple Sclerosis is a type of auto-immune disease that attacks the central nervous system. It affects 2.1 million people worldwide. No one really knows what causes MS. MS occurs more commonly in women and in people who don't live near the Equator. MS isn't inherited or contagious. There is no cure (yet) although there are a few treatments that can help slow the disease's progression.

Symptoms vary from person to person but many will have initial complaints of fatigue, numbness, tingling, balance issues, and vision problems. There are many more possible symptoms which makes the disease more complicated to diagnose. For some, it can take years before an official diagnosis. These symptoms are caused by demyelination of the brain and spinal cord.

The body attacks the myelin sheave that protects the nerves. Demyelination causes a 'short' in the central nervous system making it difficult for the body to send or receive signals. Kinda like how when an electrical cord gets worn and doesn't work as well. Unfortunately, you can't just put electrical tape around your nerves so it is difficult for these gaps to heal. 

Find out more about MS at the National Multiple Sclerosis Website

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