Overview of Multiple Sclerosis
Multiple Sclerosis is an autoimmune disease (in which the body's immune system attacks its own healthy cells) of the central nervous system comprising the brain and spinal cord. In MS, the protective sheath covering the nerves called myelin gets destroyed, which disrupts the communication between the brain and the rest of the body.
MS generally strikes people at an age between 20 to 45 years. Women are twice more likely to develop this condition as compared to men.
Some common symptoms of the disease include muscle weakness (often in the hands and legs), tingling, burning sensations, numbness, chronic pain, coordination and balance issues, fatigue, dizziness, vision problems, slurred speech, and difficulty with bladder control.
Management includes medications for slowing the progression of the disease and managing its symptoms.
