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Multiple Sclerosis

SOURCE: www.HealthLine.com

 

 

 

 

Multiple sclerosis is a Central Nervous System disorder marked by decreased nerve function with initial inflammation of the protective myelin nerve covering and eventual scarring. Symptoms and severity of symptoms vary widely and may progress into episodes of crisis alternating with episodes of remission.

 

Update Date:

06/20/2006 12:00:00 AM

Joseph V. Campellone, M.D., Division of Neurology, Cooper Hospital/University Medical Center, Camden, NJ.

Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.