Multiple sclerosis can incapacitate the patient’s brain, optic nerves, and spinal cord. This medical condition affects the CNS (central nervous system) and is chronic.

1. Causes of multiple sclerosis
Though unknown, the causes of multiple sclerosis can be dependent on various aspects. In this disease, the tissues of the body are attacked by the immune system of the body itself. Consequently, the fatty substance that coats the nerve fibers in the brain and spinal cord gets ruined. Thus, the protective covering is no longer available to the nerve fibers. In this situation, the nerves cannot function normally. Research has shown that genes are a vital cause for this disease to occur. Along with the genes, environmental factors contribute to the cause of this disease too.

If the patient does not receive multiple sclerosis treatment, then complications might arise which will deteriorate the patient even more. Some of these complications are paralysis, epilepsy, mood swings, and depression.

2. Symptoms of multiple sclerosis
If an individual is experiencing any or a combination of the below-mentioned symptoms, they should visit a doctor immediately. After a proper check-up and diagnosis, the doctor shall start the multiple sclerosis treatment if required. There is a variety of symptoms in this condition. The symptoms of this disease vary from patient to patient. It also depends on the progression of the disease.

The main symptoms are:

• Lack of coordination
• Partial or complete loss of vision
• Unsteady gait
• Numbness in one or more limbs
• Dizziness
• Pain during movement of the eye
• Striking sensations during the movement of the neck.
• Blurry vision and inaudible speech
• Fatigue
• Problems in the bladder and bowel function

Certain symptoms might end and new ones might occur when the disease advances. At times, remission occurs for weeks, months, and years but the symptoms return. For some patients, it becomes very difficult as even a small rise in the temperature of the body worsens the symptoms. Among these symptoms, numbness along with tingling sensations are important warning signs. They occur in the arms, face, legs, and fingers of the patient. Additionally, it is very common for individuals in the early stages of multiple sclerosis to have fatigue and a feeling of weakness for long. This is first felt in the nerves as the nerves start to deteriorate. Sexual dysfunction is another major symptom associated with this medical condition.

3. Treatment of multiple sclerosis
Multiple sclerosis treatment involves injections, IV steroids, medications, etc. The type of treatment is decided by the doctor after he/she studies the symptoms thoroughly. Currently, there is no cure for this medical condition. Multiple sclerosis treatment helps the patient to live a better life by managing the symptoms. If adequate treatment is not provided, then it becomes very difficult for the patient to function and perform daily tasks. Without treatment, complications and difficulties arise. Research is underway for creating a complete cure for this condition.