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What to know about multiple sclerosis and mood swings

What to know about multiple sclerosis and mood swings

Mood swings can be common in people with multiple sclerosis. The condition attacks the nerve cells, and a person may feel changes in their mental and physical health. Mood swings can take many forms that have different causes and treatment options. Some causes of mood swing have links to the disorder itself. Multiple sclerosis or […]

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What are the early signs of MS?

What are the early signs of MS?

Multiple sclerosis is a progressive disease of the central nervous system. It occurs when the body’s immune system mistakenly attacks the healthy nerves of the brain and spinal cord. According to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, the disease affects over 2.3 million people worldwide. The symptoms of multiple sclerosis (MS) vary widely and can range […]

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MS: New drug proven to slow brain shrinkage

MS: New drug proven to slow brain shrinkage

A new clinical trial for the drug ibudilast offers much-needed hope for people living with multiple sclerosis — a neurological condition that affects primarily women and has limited treatment options. Using MRI scans, researchers were able to see that the new drug slows down brain shrinkage in people with MS. The results of the trial, […]

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MS: Solvent exposure raises risk by 50 percent

MS: Solvent exposure raises risk by 50 percent

A new study cautions that exposure to paint, varnish, and other solvents dramatically increases the risk of multiple sclerosis for people who may already have a family member living with the condition. People genetically predisposed to MS should avoid any unneccessary exposure to solvents. Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic inflammatory disease that is thought […]