Symptoms and Treatment for Multiple Sclerosis

Multiple Sclerosis is a chronic disease that attacks the central nervous system. Having a tendency to strike women more than men, this neurological disorder is believed to be autoimmune in nature. Contributing factors for this neurological illness include genetic, environmental, or even possible viral links.

Following are the symptoms of MS and it varies depending on the degree of the disorder:

• Numbness/tingling in different parts of the body
• Burning sensations
• Muscle ache/spasticity
• Dizziness
• Blurred vision or complete loss of vision
• Difficulty in swallowing
• Trembling
• Bladder and bowel issues
• Tremor
• Tremulous gait

Having said that, there exists some bamboozle with these warning signs i.e., the aforesaid symptoms ebb and flow, based on the severity of the ailment. On the other hand, sometimes the patient will not experience any of these signs and sometimes it is a permanent stay.

Distressing its sufferers in various ways, in general, younger patients with multiple sclerosis have a tendency to experience milder symptoms; the chances of complete recovery are high. When the disease is diagnosed at an early stage then there are possibilities for the progression of the disease to restrain, if diagnosed at an earlier stage and appropriate treatment is given. On the other hand, aged people who are suffering from MS typically experience extreme symptoms and have less chances of getting better from the effects of the disorder. As a matter of fact, the progression of this disease is more rapid in elder patients.

Treatment

There is no cure for MS, but treatments can ease the symptoms and as already said, treatment for MS vary based on the severity of the disease. With serious relapses, certain types of steroids are used in order to stop the disease progressing or to combat inflammation and nerve damages. In some cases, gluten-free diet is suggested, while it is not a universal remedy, it has been shown to help reduce the symptoms of the disease. Due to lack of scientific reports supporting it, this approach is not suggested, however in some the result seems to be successful. It is important that you consult with your medical practitioner if this alternative medicine approach is right for you. With a regular care by a professional neurologist the effects of this disorder can be managed effectively.