Multiple Sclerosis
Alternate Names : MS
Definition
A disorder of the brain and spinal cord (central nervous system) caused by progressive damage to the outer covering of nerve cells (myelin). This results in decreased nerve functioning which can lead to a variety of symptoms.
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Tests & Exams
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• MRI of the Head
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• Acute
• Babinski's Reflex
• Blindness
• Central Nervous System
• Chronic
• Constipation
• Depression
• Dizziness
• Eye Movements - Uncontrollable
• Eye Pain
• Face Pain
• Fatigue
• Fever
• Hearing Loss
• Immune Response
• Inability to Use Objects and Perform Tasks
• Movement - Uncoordinated
• Muscle Atrophy
• Muscle Cramps
• Muscle Function Loss
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• Neurologic Deficit
• Numbness and Tingling
• Speech Impairment (Adult)
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• Urination - Difficulty with Flow
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