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Are people with ms at a higher risk for contracting covid-19?

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Dr. Zachary Veres answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Multiple sclerosis: Any chronic autoimmune disorder or demyelinating disorder that can compromise our immune system can have higher rates of contracting COVID and having worse outcomes. Yes

Answered 6/14/2020

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

COVID 19: Mild MS should not be an issue. Per https://www.nationalmssociety.org/coronavirus-covid-19-information/multiple-sclerosis-and-coronavirus - "People with progressive MS. People with MS over the age of 60. People with higher levels of disability (for example, an EDSS score of 6 or above)" may be at higher risk of having more severe COVID outcomes."

Answered 9/17/2020

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