Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic autoimmune disorder of the central nervous system that can affect the nervous system, the spinal cord and other nerves. It can cause a wide range of debilitating symptoms and varying functional impairments. MS symptoms vary and are unpredictable, based upon which area of the nervous system is attacked, and at what level. MS is diagnosed when neurological function is impaired by a combination of widespread pain, loss of balance, vision disturbances, speech problems and fatigue. MS affects all age groups, although it is more often diagnosed in older adults and those in poor health.
MS is linked to inflammation, which can increase the risk factors for depression. This is because increased inflammation can cause fluid retention, leading to headaches, fatigue and depression. Other possible factors include poor nutrition and vitamin deficiency, exposure to toxic chemicals such as mercury or lead, immune system challenges such as infection, injury or trauma, neurological disorders including multiple sclerosis, depression, neurological disorders including degeneration and neuropsychological disorders. MS typically develops after years of untreated neurological activity.
MS sufferers experience varying degrees of numbness, tingling and other sensory symptoms. These can include loss of sensation in the hands, feet, legs, armpits, abdomen, and groin; fatigue; pain and stiffness in the joints; and difficulty swallowing. MS sufferers may also complain of having blurred vision, difficulty walking and speaking, loss of balance, trouble concentrating and irritability. However, many MS sufferers do not experience these disabling effects of MS. Some MS sufferers also develop olfactory and photos dysfunctions, due to the decreased blood supply and reduced oxygenation to the macular, photoreceptor cells in the eyes. The degree to which a person’s sensory symptoms may vary from one person to another, and how each individual responds to treatment, depends on the extent of their MS.
MS is not contagious, but it can be initiated or aggravated by other illnesses such as diabetes, hypoglycemia, viral infections, meningitis, head injuries, brain tumors, spinal injuries, hormonal or neurological disorders, arthritis and Parkinson’s disease. MS is also commonly associated with Parkinsons disease, or any other form of muscular-function impairment. The most common MS symptom is persistent leg pain, sometimes beginning in the lower back and moving upward. There are other MS symptoms that may accompany the leg pain, such as a loss of appetite, vomiting, stiffness of the muscles, increased sensitivity to light, bladder problems, depression, anxiety, urinary urgency, constipation, urinary frequency, difficulty concentrating, fatigue and an overall sense of not being able to function properly. If you have suffered from any of these or other MS symptoms, you should consult a physician for an evaluation.
Other MS symptoms may include numbness, tingling, leg weakness or a pounding feeling in the legs or feet. The central nervous system plays a large part in causing MS, since it controls many bodily functions. If there is a disruption in the nerve connections controlling specific parts of the body – such as those controlling the legs – MS can result.
How can anyone determine whether they are experiencing MS symptoms or other conditions? When a person first notices any of the multiple sclerosis symptoms, he or she should consult a physician. There are no sure fire ways to tell if someone is indeed afflicted with the disease, since the symptoms may vary from person to person and from case to case. However, when MS is suspected, one person should undergo testing such as spinal fluid analysis, nerve velocity tests, magnetometer readings and computerized tomography (CT) scans. A doctor should also conduct a thorough physical exam on the patient, looking for evidence of inflammation, deformities, irregularities or tenderness. Since the early signs of multiple sclerosis symptoms can resemble the early stages of Parkinson’s disease, patients should have a complete neurological exam.
A neurologist can help diagnose MS through a neurological examination, which should include looking at eye movements, head movements, reflexes, motor skills, speech, swallowing and other movement disorders. A MS nurse may test people’s ability to walk by having them walk while holding a lightweight magnet in their hand. The magnet will produce a small electric shock if the person moves their arm in any way while holding the magnet. MS neurologists are also trained to evaluate patients for dizziness, since dizziness is one of the early signs of MS.
While MS is not curable, treatments available today make the disease more manageable and allow people to lead normal lives. No cure has been developed that actually eliminates the disease, but medications, therapy and devices can reduce some of its effects. The importance of paying attention to the early signs of MS symptoms is a main factor in preventing worsening the disease and preventing disability. Anyone who suspects that they may have MS should consult a physician. With early detection and proper diagnosis, patients can live healthy and productive lives.
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