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Area of Science:

Neurology
Reproductive Medicine
Immunology

Background:

Multiple sclerosis (MS) incidence is rising, especially in young women.
Accumulating experience exists in managing pregnancies and disease-modifying therapy (DMT) for women with MS.

Purpose of the Study:

To summarize current knowledge on pregnancy, fertility, and DMT use in women with MS.
To inform clinical practice regarding reproductive choices and treatment management.

Main Methods:

Review of existing literature and clinical experience.
Analysis of pregnancy outcomes and disease activity in women with MS.

Main Results:

Fertility is generally unaffected; however, unsuccessful assisted reproduction techniques (ART) may increase relapse risk.
MS relapse risk declines during pregnancy, particularly in the third trimester, but rises postpartum.
Pregnancy typically does not worsen MS disability, and obstetrical outcomes are generally favorable, though assisted delivery and lower birth weights may occur.

Conclusions:

Pregnancy in women with MS shares similarities with the general population, with specific considerations for relapse risk management.
Risk-benefit assessments are crucial when discontinuing DMT before pregnancy and resuming it postpartum.
Exclusive breastfeeding may offer benefits and should be encouraged unless disease activity is high.