Two novel sub-types of multiple sclerosis (MS) have been identified, a discovery potentially paving the way for new treatments. Researchers employed artificial intelligence (AI) to assess brain scans ...

Myelocortical multiple sclerosis (MCMS) is a new subtype of multiple sclerosis (MS). It’s the first kind of MS known to cause nerve cell loss without damaging the myelin in your cerebral white matter.

PPMS is a less common form of MS characterized by a gradual worsening of symptoms from the onset, whereas RRMS involves distinct relapses followed by periods of remission. PPMS is typically diagnosed ...

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is an autoimmune condition in which the protective insulation surrounding neurons in the brain and spinal cord is erroneously attacked. This can cause a wide variety of serious ...

Muscular dystrophy (MD) is a group of genetic disorders that damage muscle fibers and cause progressive weakness. Multiple sclerosis (MS) is an immune-mediated disease that affects the brain, spinal ...

Now this could explain why the beta-interferon drug used to treat multiple sclerosis patients only works in half of them. Plus a third of them endure flu-like symptoms from the treatment. There are ...

Many symptoms of MS are the same as those of other conditions. If you are concerned that you may have MS, make an appointment with your primary care provider. They will discuss your concerns and do a ...

If you have multiple sclerosis (MS), a question may lurk in the back of your mind: Will this disease take years off my life? The answer is a mixed bag, experts say. While it’s true that the average ...

McArdle sign is related to a diagnosis of MS; however, this sign has been described only twice previously. When defined as a reduction in neck strength >10% with neck flexion, McArdle sign is 100% ...