Treatment for multiple sclerosis can help a patient manage symptoms, as well as maintain a high quality of life. This eMedTV resource explains how treatment for multiple sclerosis fights symptoms such as fatigue, spasticity, and depression.
Multiple sclerosis medications are focused on managing relapses and symptoms and on modifying the disease. This article from the eMedTV site provides information on commonly used multiple sclerosis medications, such as interferons and Copaxone.
The goal of an MS diet isn't to cure the disease, but rather to achieve a healthy, balanced diet. This page of the eMedTV library discusses how, although an MS diet doesn't lead to a cure, a wholesome diet can help people be healthier overall.
Most patients with multiple sclerosis experience short-term or long-term MS pain. As explained in this eMedTV article, there are several types of MS pain, with the most common being leg pain, back pain, and painful spasms of the legs.
Multiple sclerosis depression, although unrelated to cognitive problems, is a common symptom of this disease. This article from the eMedTV archives offers an in-depth look at multiple sclerosis depression and various treatment options.
Pregnancy and multiple sclerosis, when handled simultaneously, may be difficult to juggle. As this eMedTV page explains, since many MS drugs may have adverse affects on unborn babies, it can be difficult to deal with pregnancy and multiple sclerosis.
The majority of patients with MS experience multiple sclerosis fatigue that occurs even when they are inactive. This portion of the eMedTV site describes multiple sclerosis fatigue in more detail, including medications that can help eliminate it.
People with the disease may have issues with MS and mobility since symptoms can affect vision and muscle function. This eMedTV article explains how healthcare providers can assess a person's MS and mobility needs and recommend an appropriate device.
People with MS often have questions about immunizations, and MS patients should avoid these if having a serious MS episode. This eMedTV article explains, however, that many common immunizations in MS can be tolerated, such as flu and tetanus shots.
Spasticity in multiple sclerosis is defined as muscle stiffness and/or painful muscle cramps. As this eMedTV page explains, spasticity in multiple sclerosis is a common symptom that can be treated with drugs such as Lioresal and Zanaflex.
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