Question 1

is it possible for multiple sclerosis to present itself in the form of an insatiable appetite?

Accepted Answer

Suggest alternative : Have never heard of or seen a MS patient experience "insatiable appetite", but not unique for a diabetic presentation, and may be seen with lesions of the hypothalamic area of brain.  However, steroid therapy in MS patients commonly results in weight gain and tendency to have a robust appetite.

Question 2

can multiple sclerosis present itself in the form of an insatiable appetite? what are other unlikely symptoms?

Accepted Answer

Rather unlikely: This presentation would sway me to consider onset of diabetes, or an alternative problem involving the hypothalamus, such as a secondary medication effect.  There are lots of unusual presentations of ms, but it is a specific diagnosis with specific patterns.  See your primary care doctor and get the answer to your dilemma.

Question 3

how can putting off treatment of multiple sclerosis by a few months after initial diagnosis (because of a temp. loss of  insurance) impact prognosis?

Accepted Answer

Not really: Diagnosis often happens years after symptoms first start. Best treatments will,start early and limit symptoms and perhaps save brain tissue, but waiting a few months should not have significant downward effects. Do attempt to seek treatment options courtesy of,the companies that make and sell these treatments as they often will,provide them free to the needy consumers

Question 4

multiple sclerosis -- is there loss of use of hands?

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Multiple sclerosis: Inflamation attack on myelin covering nerves can attack any group of neuron so could give motor problems like loss of use of limbs.

Question 5

what causes multiple sclerosis and loss of use of hands?

Accepted Answer

Cause not known: The cause/etiology of MS has not been elucidated.  The damage in MS is due to demyelenation of nerve fibers in the central nervous system.  It is like losing the insulation on electrical wires and nerve impulses do not travel normally.  Depending on the location of the lesions a person may lose the use of hands.  Lesions affect legs more than arms.

Question 6

what is multiple sclerosis and how is it related to loss of vision?

Accepted Answer

Demyelinating nerves: Ms is a demylinating disease.  Think of it as the mylin is to the nerve as the insulating plastic to wires.  When mylin is lost from the nerve cells, then the cells can not conduct their message.  Ms happens as blotches in the brain, spine, and optic nerves.  Depending on location it can be more or less devastating.

Question 7

can multiple sclerosis cause loss of use of hands?

Accepted Answer

See answer below: Absolutely. The spectrum of MS symptoms is wide and anything can be seen with MS depending on where CNS lesions are located. On occasions, someone may lose function in their hands from MS whether it be secondary to weakness, loss of proprioception or simply from loss of sensation.

Question 8

i think i might have multiple sclerosis.
i'm 20 and i've been gradually becoming slower (my thoughts, movements). i feel constant tiredness, followed with disorientation. at age of 16 - 18, i was facing often sudden and temporary loss of conscious?

Accepted Answer

Must evaluate: Repeated episodes of loss of consciousness must be evaluated. You may have a cardiac issue or neurologic disorder. Lab testing should include a CBC, CMP and UA. Other causes include hypothyroidism, diabetes, dehydration. Drink fluids, avoid excess sugar, monitor BP and pulse. Please see your PCP.

Question 9

how do you diagnose lupus?  what is the difference between multiple sclerosis and lupus? which disease causes tooth loss?

Accepted Answer

see details: Neither causes loss of teeth unless there is a secondary sjogren's syndrome associated with the lupus. Lupus is diagnosed by specific clinical criteria and confirmed by positive blood tests. There are numerous difference between ms and sle.

Question 10

what diseases besides multiple sclerosis includes monocular visual loss as a symptom?

Accepted Answer

Long list: The differential diagnosis for this question is quite long. It is best to see an ophthalmologist.

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