Multiple Sclerosis Profile Maxi

The diagnosis of multiple sclerosis (MS) is dependent on clinical, radiological, and laboratory findings.

A condition called multiple sclerosis (MS) has the potential to harm the brain and spinal cord (central nervous system). In MS, the immune system attacks myelin. It is the sheath that shields nerve fibres. This causes impaired brain-to-body communication. Eventually, the disease may cause irreparable damage to nerve fibres or their degeneration.

The location and degree of nerve impairment in the central nervous system affect the symptoms and signs of MS. These vary greatly from patient to patient. Some MS sufferers may become completely or partially unable to walk on their own. In accordance with the type of MS they have, other people might go for extended stretches of time without developing any new symptoms.

Multiple Sclerosis has no known treatment. Treatments exist, nevertheless, to slow the onset of attacks, alter the condition of the patient, and control symptoms.

Visual, motor and sensory impairments are hallmarks of the chronic inflammatory demyelinating illness. This is known as multiple sclerosis (MS). The results of clinical, radiographic, and laboratory tests are used to make the diagnosis of MS. Current MS diagnostic laboratory techniques are based on the detection of elevated intrathecal immunoglobulin (Ig) production.

Who should do the Multiple Sclerosis Profile Maxi test?

You should see a doctor if you display any of the following symptoms -

• Usually affects one of the body's sides. There could be numbness or fatigue in one or more limbs.
• Certain neck movements, especially forward bending, might cause tingling electric-shock feelings (Lhermitte sign).
• Ineffective coordination.
• Inability to walk or an unsteady stride.
• Partial or total blindness in one of the eyes at a time.
• Vertigo.
• Issues with bowel, bladder, and sexual function.
• Fatigue.
• Unsteady speech.
• Cognitive difficulties.
• Disturbances in the mood.

Written by: Dr Vishal Wadhwa, M.D, D.N.B Microbiology, Medical Affairs