New Discoveries in Multiple Sclerosis
Multiple Sclerosis affects 2.5 million people wordwide including 400,000 Americans.
In healthy people, nerve fibers are wrapped in a protective coating called myelin. But Multiple Sclerosis inflames or destroys myelin, disrupting the flow of nerve impulses.That can prompt problems with muscle control and strength,vision,balance,sensation,and mental function.
Widespread use of MRI has revolutionized the ability to diagnose Multiple Sclerosis. Disease related changes in the brain or spinal cord are detected by MRI in more than 90% of people suspected of having Multiple Sclerosis.
