Managing multiple sclerosis (MS) by therapy may essentially be divided into three areas of focus: treating the acute relapse, managing symptoms and targeting disease pathology. The gold standard for treating a MS exacerbation has remained unchanged over recent years. Generally, most clinicians recommend three to five days of intravenous methyhlprednisolone which may or may not be followed by a course of oral prednisone. The decision to use the addition of oral prednisone is usually dependent on...
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Multiple Sclerosis: Treating the Complications
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
ReferencesCalabresi P. Multiple sclerosis and demyelinating conditions of the central nervous system. In: Goldman L, Ausiello D, eds. Cecil Medicine.... Read more »
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Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
MS; Demyelinating diseaseTreatmentThere is no known cure for multiple sclerosis at this time. However, there are therapies that may slow the disease.... Read more »
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Source: Harvard Decision Guide
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Multiple sclerosis
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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