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 ...

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic, often disabling condition that affects the central nervous system, disrupting communication between the brain and body. It’s largely thought to occur when the ...

Heidi Crayton, MD, and Maria Lopes, MD, discuss the impact of multiple sclerosis on patients, families, and caregivers, differentiate relapsing forms (relapsing-remitting and primary progressive) from ...

Demystifying Multiple Sclerosis: From Symptoms to Treatment: By Siddharth Wadhwan Multiple sclerosis is a complex neurological condition that affects the brain and spinal cord, disrupting the ...

What Is Late-Onset Multiple Sclerosis? When you have multiple sclerosis (MS), your immune system attacks nerve cells and fibers called axons in your brain. When this happens, your brain can’t send ...

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 ...

Multiple sclerosis can affect many areas of your daily life, including dental care. Symptoms of multiple sclerosis and the medications you take for these symptoms can lead to an increased need for ...