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My brother had a spinal tap and was diagnosed with ms. he said there are 4 types of ms. what are they and how do they differ?

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See below: 85% of all cases relapsing/remitting, with ups and downs. 9% is primary progressive, steady slow progression without flares. 3-5% progressive relapsing, like above with flares. Secondary progressive, slow deterioration with/without relapses, after initial r/r form.

Answered 5/10/2018

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Let me explain: Multiple sclerosis (ms) is classified into four types, characterized by the disease's progression according to mayo clinic relapsing-remitting ms secondary-progressive ms primary-progressive ms progressive-relapsing.

Answered 3/5/2013

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