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The effects of this disease range from tingling sensations and poor coordination to vision abnormalities and extreme exhaustion. This disease is unpredictable. MS attack can happen at anytime. After an attack, remission follows which may last for months sometimes even years before another attack. After an attack,the nerves begin to heal and scars are formed over the area of damage and if the damage is high residual symptoms such as bowel and urinary problems,feeling of exhaustion and weakness,tremors,sensory loss,speech problems,difficulty in swallowing persist. If this disease is not treated you may lose the ability to control muscles. The types of MS are benign MS,relapsing MS,primary progressive MS,secondary progressive MS and progressive relapsing MS.

'Benign MS' affects about 25% of all cases wherein after a single attack there is no relapse. 'Relapsing MS' affects about 75% of people will suffer a relapse. The period between attacks may be symptoms free and may last for months,even years. 'Primary progressive MS' is one of the dangerous types in which the disease worsens slowly but constantly without any remission. 'Secondary progressive MS' is also dangerous since the disease continuously worsens in a fast pace. 'Progressive-relapsing MS' is the worst of all,wherein the deterioration is continuous with new symptoms along with old ones.

Our efforts should be to stop severe MS attacks in which maximum damage occurs. Depending upon it's type,MS needs multidimensional treatment involving the combination of medication,exercise,diet,innovative treatment and most importantly counseling. Consult your doctor often to guide you regarding various drug options available in the market and their suitability.

Avoid constipation by drinking lots of water since bowel problems occur with MS. Do not overheat due to physical exertions or other reasons since this may predispose you to MS. Avoid hot baths. Add lots anti oxidants to your diet as it might help. You may try alternative medical systems with the approval of your doctor. Consult your doctor to devise a exercise and diet plan to strengthen the muscles since MS attacks weaken them. Proper diets can strengthen your immune system against ailments such as cold which may trigger MS. ]]> http://buzzingniches.com/disease-and-illness/multiple-sclerosis/--an-overview-multiple-sclerosis.html http://buzzingniches.com/disease-and-illness/multiple-sclerosis/--an-overview-multiple-sclerosis.html Sun, 10 Jan 2010 04:07:10 -0700
This myelin serves as a shield cover for the nerves which transmit brain signals. Without this myelin, it's very difficult for brain and spinal cord to coordinate with each other and this result in the failure of functioning of many organs in the body. There are generally 4 stages in multiple sclerosis from initial stage to final stage called as 'progressive MS'.

In most of the cases multiple sclerosis is not a fatal disorder. However there are some exceptions in rare conditions where they suffer from other parallel diseases to MS. Proper treatment and care can help MS affected patients to lead a normal life for longer time.

Causes of Multiple Sclerosis Disease There are no specific causes for multiple sclerosis to take care from. But most studies and researches say that it's an autoimmune disease, which means the human immune system erroneously attacks the myelin tissue in central nervous system. But still there are still no clear reports why immune system acts abnormal only in MS patients. There are high chances of inheriting MS from the parental genes too.

Another area scientists are studying is diet. There might be possible links with an excessive consumption of dairy products and red meat. Some studies have also shown that certain foods may give some protection against the symptoms, such as oily fish which is high in Vitamin D and omega-3.

A third hypothesis is that it is caused by a pathogen or virus. The theory is that once the infection is contracted the immune system attempts to destroy it. But if it is disguised to mimic its surroundings then the body will end up destroying itself in the process. It is hoped that when MS is finally understood, scientists will then be able to develop an effective treatment. ]]>