Multiple Sclerosis, which is often abbreviated to MS, refers to a type of inflammatory disease in which damage is done to the insulating covers of nerve cells within the brain and spinal cord. The disease itself is known to take on a variety of forms. MS prevention may or may not be a reality. It depends on who you ask. Most modern doctors who practice conventional medicine do not believe there is any way to prevent this debilitating disease. However, professionals who are proponents of natural healing and clean living may say otherwise.
Damage of the covers makes it more difficult for communication in the nervous system, resulting in a variety of bad symptoms and signs. The problems may be psychiatric, physical or mental. In relapsing forms the symptoms may be new and in progressive forms they may build with time. In-between the attacks, the signs and symptoms may disappear completely. There is usually still some permanent neurological damage done.
A lot of people think this disease and its attacks cannot be prevented. Those who have relapsing-remitting MS may use medicine as treatment to reduce the frequency of relapses and delay disability. There are some claims that this disease is caused by shock, vaccinations, injury or pregnancy. Still, not much scientific evidence is available for proof. If an individual has MS, the flu or any other viral infection can cause relapse.
Religious folks or those interested in natural healing may believe it can be prevented and even cured. Every individual is different and there is still so much research that has yet to be done on the disease. Whatever the case, there are natural remedies and conventional medicine that may be employed to reduce symptoms and signs for those who have already been diagnosed.
One thing that makes it difficult to prevent the onset of this disease is that the cause is not exactly clear. It is speculated to be caused by failure of cells that produce myelin or destruction by the immune system. These causes may be triggered by infections or other environmental factors or even genetics. Usually MS is diagnosed based on symptoms and signs, as well as results from medical tests.
There is no widely accepted cure for MS. Treatments are usually issued to improve function of person after attacks and to prevent new ones. Medications are the most common treatment, but people interested in natural care may employ herbs and other such remedies. There are many opting for alternative treatment nowadays.
The long-term outcome of MS is hard to predict, but most good outcomes are seen in females, people who develop MS early on in life, those who have relapsing course, and people who experience fewer attacks. The life expectancy of people with MS is five to ten years lower than those who are unaffected by the disease. This is why many people, especially those who have family who suffer with MS, are interested in preventative care.
MS prevention may or may not be possible, depending on who you ask. Most professionals who practice modern, conventional medicine believe that there is no way to prevent this inflammatory disease. Others believe that preventative measures cannot be taken. This disease has been different signs and symptoms, and manifests differently in every person.
Damage of the covers makes it more difficult for communication in the nervous system, resulting in a variety of bad symptoms and signs. The problems may be psychiatric, physical or mental. In relapsing forms the symptoms may be new and in progressive forms they may build with time. In-between the attacks, the signs and symptoms may disappear completely. There is usually still some permanent neurological damage done.
A lot of people think this disease and its attacks cannot be prevented. Those who have relapsing-remitting MS may use medicine as treatment to reduce the frequency of relapses and delay disability. There are some claims that this disease is caused by shock, vaccinations, injury or pregnancy. Still, not much scientific evidence is available for proof. If an individual has MS, the flu or any other viral infection can cause relapse.
Religious folks or those interested in natural healing may believe it can be prevented and even cured. Every individual is different and there is still so much research that has yet to be done on the disease. Whatever the case, there are natural remedies and conventional medicine that may be employed to reduce symptoms and signs for those who have already been diagnosed.
One thing that makes it difficult to prevent the onset of this disease is that the cause is not exactly clear. It is speculated to be caused by failure of cells that produce myelin or destruction by the immune system. These causes may be triggered by infections or other environmental factors or even genetics. Usually MS is diagnosed based on symptoms and signs, as well as results from medical tests.
There is no widely accepted cure for MS. Treatments are usually issued to improve function of person after attacks and to prevent new ones. Medications are the most common treatment, but people interested in natural care may employ herbs and other such remedies. There are many opting for alternative treatment nowadays.
The long-term outcome of MS is hard to predict, but most good outcomes are seen in females, people who develop MS early on in life, those who have relapsing course, and people who experience fewer attacks. The life expectancy of people with MS is five to ten years lower than those who are unaffected by the disease. This is why many people, especially those who have family who suffer with MS, are interested in preventative care.
MS prevention may or may not be possible, depending on who you ask. Most professionals who practice modern, conventional medicine believe that there is no way to prevent this inflammatory disease. Others believe that preventative measures cannot be taken. This disease has been different signs and symptoms, and manifests differently in every person.