Question 1

treatment of multiple sclerosis is for life or temporary taking s.c injection of betaferon?

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Need chronically: Some advice, there are pills available, but where you live, might be tough to get.  Nonetheless, do not miss your injections, and add Vitamin D-3 about 5000-10000 units per day.  We do not have a clear idea when to stop the MS meds, and in those older patients who I have stopped, a few have had relapses.  Stay tuned, drugs to be used differently are on the horizon.  (even Lemtrada)

Question 2

i have multiple sclerosis & the symptoms of diabetes are so similar how do i know if i'm a diabetic? my dr. refers everything to multiple sclerosis.

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Both are possible: To diagnose potential diabetes, screen with a hgb-a1-c, and more definitively, a 4 hr glucose tolerance test.  Many disorders may seem similar on the surface, but a diagnosis is based on several criteria which separates one from the other.  Best to spend some time with your doctor and learn what you do possess, and find the most effective treatments.  Have him/her address your areas of uncertainty.

Question 3

i'm scared i have multiple sclerosis?

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Find MS specialist: We have potent and effective meds these days, especially Gilenya and tysabri, (natalizumab) and dietary measures, vitamin supplements, avoidance of smoking, and aerobic exercise all play an important role in eventual success.  You will benefit from working with an experienced neurologist who has extensive ms experience.

Question 4

why are "family doctors" answering multiple sclerosis questions?! i have spotted inaccurate info being given. only a neuro answer? 's

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Part of a team: Your family doctor is usually the doc who makes the referrals and is often the one who helps treat complications, such as urinary tract infections, fatigue, associated injuries, medication reactions, and he/she keeps open the communication lines between different specialties.  Coordination of medical care is critcal these days.

Question 5

dr. what if on last mri the lesions of multiple sclerosis disappear? is that means that i'm  healed ?yeah i'm the patient

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Comments: The MRI lesions in MS do NOT typically "disappear", and if this has happened, you did NOT have MS.  Get a neurological consultation, but under the circumstances truly doubt your original diagnosis.

Question 6

is multiple sclerosis hereditary?

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Worse: Many patients with MS fell worse in the heat.

Question 7

who discovered multiple sclerosis?

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Charcot: The French neurologist Charcot is credited with identifying MS as a distinct entity for the first time.

Question 8

how is multiple sclerosis diagnosed?

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Detective Work: No one diagnostic study can stand alone to conclusively diagnose ms. A neurologist must be a detective, hunting out clues from symptoms suggesting abnormal function in the brain or spinal cord white matter, of appropriate duration (greater than 24 hours) coupled with abnormalities on examination. Mri, spinal fluid, and certain blood tests. This information can help exclude MS mimickers.

Question 9

what makes you get multiple sclerosis?

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Not fully understood: Multiple sclerosis is a very complex disease.  There is a large collection of research identifying certain genes (most governing control of the immune system) as both increasing risk and potentially protective against MS (based on studies of populations). Environmental  and hormonal factors may also play a role in individuals with a background genetic risk.

Question 10

what is a legent for multiple sclerosis?

Accepted Answer

Am unclear here: What are you asking?  I have no clue what the term "legent" means or refers to.  Could you rephrase your question and provide more detail?

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