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How likely is it that i have ms? what is the prevalence of ms in the u.s.?

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MS in USA PREVALENCE: Estimates are 85 cases per 100000 people thats it so you can guess your odds.

Answered 7/5/2012

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This varies: The exact number of cases in the usa may be 400, 000, and worldwide, 2.5 million, but i think it is far higher. Have seen incidence figures in various states, over the past 5 yrs, go from 1in 800 to 1 in 540. Obviously depends how far north you live and grow up, as incidence increases north of latitude 42. If you worry about ms, talk to your family doc first.

Answered 2/23/2013

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