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Update on multiple sclerosis therapy

G Mitchell1

  • 1Department of Neurology, University of Alabama, Birmingham.

The Medical Clinics of North America
|January 1, 1993
PubMed
Summary
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Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a central nervous system demyelinating disease. This review covers symptomatic treatments and immunosuppressive therapies for managing MS symptoms and disease progression.

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Area of Science:

  • Neurology
  • Immunology
  • Neuroscience

Background:

  • Multiple sclerosis is a central nervous system demyelinating disorder.
  • It is characterized by symptom exacerbations and remissions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review symptomatic therapies for multiple sclerosis.
  • To discuss immunosuppressive treatments for MS management.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of symptomatic treatments.
  • Review of immunosuppressive therapies for MS.

Main Results:

  • Symptomatic therapies address spasticity, fatigue, neurobehavioral, paroxysmal, and pain disorders.
  • Treatments also target bladder and cerebellar dysfunction.

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  • Immunosuppressive therapies aim to reduce acute exacerbations and overall disability progression.

    • Conclusions:

    • Comprehensive management of multiple sclerosis involves both symptomatic and disease-modifying therapies.
    • Effective treatment strategies are crucial for improving patient quality of life and reducing long-term disability.