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MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS (MS)


  Multiple Sclerosis (MS) has been in existence for many centuries, and to even think that so far, the cause of this disease is still unclear, shows how much of a mystery this disease is, to the medical world.

  In most cases of Multiple Sclerosis or Encephalomyelitis Disseminata, the mechanism as to what led to the disease, is the destruction of myelin sheath by the immune system. Diseases that result from abnormal activities of the immune system are referred to as autoimmune diseases. 
       An MRI scan on the brain of an MS patient

  Myelin sheath surrounds the neurons (nerve cells), myelin is a lipid-rich substance that helps the neurons carry electrical signals that are used for communication between the brain (CNS) and the body. With a damaged myelin, the communication between the brain and the body is disrupted. Oligodendrocytes are cells that are responsible for the production of myelin.

  After the destruction of the myelin sheath, remyelination occurs, a process that starts immediately the disease begin to surface. However, as a result of the damage caused by the immune system on the myelin, the oligodendrocytes is unable to create enough myelin to recover the ability to be able to conduct electrical signals, this then leads to the deficiency of sensation, movement and cognition.

  A person with MS can exhibit many symptoms, the specific symptoms are;

• Diplopia; seeing the same image twice at the same time with one eye. The images could be horizontal, vertical or diagonal to one another.
• Blindness in one eye.
• Weak muscles (It could eventually lead to loss of the ability to be able to walk).
• Troubles with response to stimuli.

  MS patients tend to exhibit neurological problems throughout their lifetime. Most people with multiple sclerosis begin to exhibit symptoms at ages ranging between (20-50) years.
  MS doesn't have a cure. Infact many drugs used for treatments tend to have side effects that are not unfavourable. However, people with MS can be treated and as well be able to learn to participate in the society. Physical therapy and medical treatments are essential.

  If you are with this disease, keep exercising, take the responsibility, keep putting in the effort, it does get better. I love you.

  That's it guys. I hope you've been able to learn a thing or two about multiple sclerosis. Thanks.





  

  
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  1. Bdams007January 5, 2021 at 7:59 PM

    Well written, a mystery in some places

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  2. UnknownJanuary 8, 2021 at 1:57 PM

    Lovely more insight on diseases concerning the bones you don't get to hear of everyday.

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