MS is a central nervous system disease that causes patients to lose coordination and muscle control. As this eMedTV page explains, MS is the leading cause of disability among young adults, and a diagnosis should be made as soon as symptoms occur.
Common early symptoms of MS include vague feelings of weakness, clumsiness, or exhaustion. This segment of the eMedTV library covers early symptoms of MS, including information on specific symptoms such as optic neuritis.
MS symptoms vary among patients in their characteristics and severity, depending on the area of the nervous system that is affected. This eMedTV page takes a look at common MS symptoms, such as lack of coordination, fatigue, and impaired thinking.
Since most people don't recognize the early symptoms because their MS attacks are mild, diagnosing MS may be difficult. This eMedTV resource provides a detailed description of the tests used in diagnosing MS, such as blood tests, MRI, and spinal tap.
MS treatment cannot cure MS, but it can help to manage the symptoms and control the progression of the disease. This eMedTV resource explains different MS treatment options and discusses the importance of emotional support during the process.
MS medications are commonly used to manage MS symptoms and relapses. As discussed in this eMedTV segment, specific MS medications can be administered to treat a variety of MS symptoms, such as weakness, vision problems, and lack of coordination.
An MS cure currently does not exist, but various treatments have been successful in managing symptoms. This eMedTV segment further explores the possibility of finding an MS cure and lists some unproven, so-called "cures," such as snake venom.
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