Lessening MS frequency and exacerbations
According to an article written by Marie McCullough of the Philadelphia Inquirer, great strides have been made in the last fifteen years in managing and slowing the progress of multiple sclerosis. Multiple sclerosis is a condition in which white blood cells attack the protective covering of nerve fibers in the brain, spinal cord, and eyes, rendering the nerves incapable of carrying signals from the brain to other areas of the body.
In recent years, researchers have concentrated on genetic and environmental risk factors, and are beginning to believe that a common virus know as Epson Barr may trigger multiple sclerosis in individuals who are genetically susceptible. Scientists are hopeful that multiple sclerosis could be prevented with a vaccine like measles or polio.
One goal of researchers is to lessen the severity and frequency of multiple sclerosis exacerbations, however the ultimate goal of research is the ability to regrow damaged nerves. Abdolmohamad Rostamis, chair of neurology at Thomas Jefferson Univeristy, suggested that a regeneration process might be available within the next five to ten years.
Meanwhile researches are learning more about the role of immune system in multiple sclerosis, and are attempting to find a way to suppress the immune system enough to be effective in treating multiple sclerosis without harming the body's ability to protect itself against other diseases.
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In recent years, researchers have concentrated on genetic and environmental risk factors, and are beginning to believe that a common virus know as Epson Barr may trigger multiple sclerosis in individuals who are genetically susceptible. Scientists are hopeful that multiple sclerosis could be prevented with a vaccine like measles or polio.
One goal of researchers is to lessen the severity and frequency of multiple sclerosis exacerbations, however the ultimate goal of research is the ability to regrow damaged nerves. Abdolmohamad Rostamis, chair of neurology at Thomas Jefferson Univeristy, suggested that a regeneration process might be available within the next five to ten years.
Meanwhile researches are learning more about the role of immune system in multiple sclerosis, and are attempting to find a way to suppress the immune system enough to be effective in treating multiple sclerosis without harming the body's ability to protect itself against other diseases.
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Evening primrose oil may help MS mobility problems
MS and gamma linoleic acid
Vitamins and MS
Individual vitamins and MS
Multiple sclerosis, supplements and the immune system
Dietary supplements and multiple sclerosis
Multiple sclerosis and spasticity
Depression can be a consequence of MS
MS patients and cognitive problems
Application for Disability
MS and bladder and urinary tract problems
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