MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS

 

 

 

 

 

 


 

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CLINICAL DIAGNOSIS

 

Diagnostic criteria

Doctors should always suspect MS when someone between the ages of 20 and 50 presents with characteristic systems. These vary widely from person to person, and even over time, depending on where myelin damage has occurred. Although MS may lead to disability, one in five of those diagnosed will have no permanent disability, but in 10 per cent, disability worsens from the outset (primary progressive MS). More usally, it follows various patterns of relapse and remission. In most cases, symptoms appear suddenly.

The initial symptoms of MS often include:

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Reduced, double or blurred vision

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Pain

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Tingling or numbness in the extremities

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Vertigo and dizzines

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Balance and walking difficultie

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Weakness

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Bladder or bowel problems

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

IMPACT OF DIAGNOSIS

 

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