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Symptomatic therapy of multiple sclerosis

R T Schapiro1, S L Langer

  • 1Fairview Multiple Sclerosis Center, Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Current Opinion in Neurology
|June 1, 1994
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Multiple sclerosis (MS) management focuses on symptom control, not a cure. Improving quality of life for MS patients involves addressing primary symptoms like vision loss and fatigue.

Area of Science:

  • Neurology
  • Neuroimmunology

Background:

  • Multiple sclerosis (MS) research has not yet yielded a cure or direct management strategy.
  • Patients with MS experience a diminished quality of life due to numerous symptoms.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review recent advancements in managing primary symptoms of MS.
  • To highlight strategies for improving the quality of life for individuals with MS.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review focusing on recent developments in symptom management for MS.

Main Results:

  • Recent developments offer improved management for primary MS symptoms, including visual loss, weakness, spasticity, and fatigue.
  • Effective symptom management can enhance the daily lives of individuals with MS.

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Conclusions:

  • While a cure for MS remains elusive, proactive symptom management is key to improving patient well-being.
  • Focusing on managing primary symptoms can significantly enhance the quality of life for those living with multiple sclerosis.