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Web search behavior for multiple sclerosis: An infodemiological study.

Francesco Brigo¹, Piergiorgio Lochner², Frediano Tezzon²

¹Department of Neurological and Movement Sciences, Section of Clinical Neurology, University of Verona, Piazzale L.A. Scuro, 10, 37134 Verona, Italy; Department of Neurology, Franz Tappeiner Hospital, Merano, Italy.

Multiple Sclerosis and Related Disorders

|April 17, 2015

Summary

This summary is machine-generated.

Online searches for multiple sclerosis (MS) decreased over time, with users primarily seeking information on symptoms. Celebrity news significantly impacted search trends for this neurological condition.

Keywords:

Google Trends Infodemiology Internet Multiple sclerosis Web

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Area of Science:

Neurology
Digital Health
Information Science

Background:

The internet is a primary source of health information for millions globally.
Google is a widely used search engine by both patients and healthcare professionals for health-related queries.
Understanding online search behavior for specific conditions is crucial in the digital age.

Purpose of the Study:

To analyze temporal changes in web search behavior for "multiple sclerosis" (MS) in English-speaking countries.
To identify trends and patterns in online searches related to multiple sclerosis over a decade.

Main Methods:

Utilized Google Trends data to analyze global search queries for "multiple sclerosis".
Examined search data from January 2004 to December 2013.
Identified associated search terms and correlated search volume peaks with external events.

Main Results:

Observed a general decrease in the tendency to search for "multiple sclerosis" over the study period.
Predominant search queries focused on the causes and symptoms of MS, including pain.
Significant peaks in search volume were frequently associated with news of celebrities diagnosed with MS.

Conclusions:

Search engines are commonly used by individuals seeking information on multiple sclerosis symptoms, potentially for self-diagnosis.
Public awareness and search interest in MS are notably influenced by media coverage of celebrities with the condition.