Living with a chronic illness such as multiple sclerosis (MS) can lead to mental health challenges, such as depression and anxiety.| Multiple Sclerosis News Today
Marisa Wexler is a senior science writer for Multiple Sclerosis News Today with an MS in cellular and molecular pathology. She covers the latest news and information on a variety of multiple sclerosis topics.| Multiple Sclerosis News Today
MS is categorized into four main types: CIS, RRMS, SPMS, and PPMS. Learn more about each different type, their presentation, and treatment.| Multiple Sclerosis News Today
Symptoms and early signs of MS vary from person to person. Common symptoms include movement problems, pain, fatigue, and vision problems.| Multiple Sclerosis News Today
No cure exists yet for multiple sclerosis, but there are several treatment options that can help manage MS symptoms, progression, and attacks.| Multiple Sclerosis News Today
Several tests, including MRI and blood tests, can be used to diagnose MS. Learn more about testing and what to expect after a diagnosis.| Multiple Sclerosis News Today
In MS, the myelin sheath is damaged by the immune system's inflammatory attack. Learn more about its function and how it relates to MS.| Multiple Sclerosis News Today
MS is defined by the presence of lesions in the nervous system. Learn more about MS lesions and view a picture of what brain lesions look like on an MRI.| Multiple Sclerosis News Today
MS is an autoimmune disease that affects the central nervous system. Learn more about MS types, causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment.| Multiple Sclerosis News Today
