Two common misconceptions about multiple sclerosis (MS) are that the disease of the central nervous system affects everyone the same way; and that being diagnosed with the condition guarantees ...

A biological, mechanism-based framework to reclassify multiple sclerosis (MS) types was proposed by the International Advisory Committee on Clinical Trials in Multiple Sclerosis. The approach lays the ...

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is an autoimmune condition in which the protective insulation surrounding neurons in the brain and spinal cord is erroneously attacked. This can cause a wide variety of serious ...

A longtime couple who coincidentally both have a life-altering disease consider themselves “lucky” to have each other. They are able to help each other because the types of multiple sclerosis they ...

McArdle sign is related to a diagnosis of MS; however, this sign has been described only twice previously. When defined as a reduction in neck strength >10% with neck flexion, McArdle sign is 100% ...

A more visual explanation of the progression of MS can be helpful for understanding your symptoms and the type of MS you currently have. Over the past few decades, the quality of life and life ...

People typically develop multiple sclerosis between ages 20 and 40, but late-onset MS affects those 50 years and older. Your doctor can best diagnose and advise on possible treatments, such as ...