Autoimmune diseases, such as multiple sclerosis (MS), inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), and rheumatoid arthritis (RA), affect ...

MS is caused by the immune system mistakenly attacking the nerves in the brain and spinal cord. Over time, this can lead to the loss of nerves, which causes MS progression. Research in animals has ...

An estimated 2.8 million people worldwide have multiple sclerosis (MS). This autoimmune condition is the result of the immune system damaging parts ...

When ocrelizumab became the first FDA-approved treatment for early forms of multiple sclerosis (MS) in 2017, it offered ...

If the definition of an autoimmune disease was to be expanded, multiple sclerosis experts suggest it signifies any abnormal immune system that is attacking and damaging its own body.

Multiple sclerosis affects everyone differently. Learn what experts currently know about possible multiple sclerosis causes and risk factors, such as the immune system.

Researchers developed a blood test to detect immune responses in multiple sclerosis patients, aiding in understanding and treating the autoimmune condition.

People with multiple sclerosis (MS) may experience neuropathic itching as a symptom of MS. Learn how to find relief from MS itching.

Multiple Sclerosis: Causes, Signs and Treatments originally appeared on usnews.com Update 03/10/25: This story was previously published at an earlier date and has been updated with new information.

An estimated 2.8 million people worldwide have multiple sclerosis (MS). This autoimmune condition is the result of the immune system damaging parts of the nerves in the brain and spinal cord ...

The causes of multiple sclerosis are not well understood, but doctors have some theories on possible causes and known risk factors. Learn more at WebMD.