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What is a common symptom of muscle problems in multiple sclerosis?
What is a common symptom of muscle problems in multiple sclerosis?
What is a manifestation of optic neuritis in multiple sclerosis?
What is a manifestation of optic neuritis in multiple sclerosis?
What is included in a neurological exam for multiple sclerosis?
What is included in a neurological exam for multiple sclerosis?
What is a cause of multiple sclerosis?
What is a cause of multiple sclerosis?
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What is a risk factor for multiple sclerosis?
What is a risk factor for multiple sclerosis?
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What is a type of disease-modifying therapy (DMT) used to treat multiple sclerosis?
What is a type of disease-modifying therapy (DMT) used to treat multiple sclerosis?
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What is a symptom of balance and coordination problems in multiple sclerosis?
What is a symptom of balance and coordination problems in multiple sclerosis?
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What is a manifestation of transverse myelitis in multiple sclerosis?
What is a manifestation of transverse myelitis in multiple sclerosis?
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What is a physical exam used to assess coordination and balance in multiple sclerosis?
What is a physical exam used to assess coordination and balance in multiple sclerosis?
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What is a treatment for pain management in multiple sclerosis?
What is a treatment for pain management in multiple sclerosis?
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Which of the following is a cognitive symptom of multiple sclerosis?
Which of the following is a cognitive symptom of multiple sclerosis?
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What is the primary function of a neurological exam in diagnosing multiple sclerosis?
What is the primary function of a neurological exam in diagnosing multiple sclerosis?
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What is the underlying mechanism of the autoimmune response in multiple sclerosis?
What is the underlying mechanism of the autoimmune response in multiple sclerosis?
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Which of the following is a risk factor for developing multiple sclerosis?
Which of the following is a risk factor for developing multiple sclerosis?
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What is the purpose of disease-modifying therapies (DMTs) in treating multiple sclerosis?
What is the purpose of disease-modifying therapies (DMTs) in treating multiple sclerosis?
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Which of the following is NOT a physical exam used to diagnose multiple sclerosis?
Which of the following is NOT a physical exam used to diagnose multiple sclerosis?
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What is the age range during which multiple sclerosis is typically diagnosed?
What is the age range during which multiple sclerosis is typically diagnosed?
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What is a potential environmental factor that may contribute to the development of multiple sclerosis?
What is a potential environmental factor that may contribute to the development of multiple sclerosis?
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Which of the following is a symptom management treatment for multiple sclerosis?
Which of the following is a symptom management treatment for multiple sclerosis?
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What is the primary reason for conducting blood tests in the diagnosis of multiple sclerosis?
What is the primary reason for conducting blood tests in the diagnosis of multiple sclerosis?
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Study Notes
Symptoms
- Vision problems:
- Blurred vision
- Double vision
- Loss of vision
- Muscle problems:
- Weakness
- Muscle spasms
- Tremors
- Balance and coordination problems:
- Dizziness
- Vertigo
- Loss of balance
- Fatigue
- Cognitive problems:
- Memory loss
- Concentration difficulties
- Mood changes
- Bladder and bowel problems:
- Urinary frequency
- Urinary retention
- Constipation
Manifestations
- Optic neuritis:
- Inflammation of the optic nerve
- Vision loss
- Transverse myelitis:
- Inflammation of the spinal cord
- Muscle weakness
- Sensory loss
- Brainstem symptoms:
- Difficulty with speech and swallowing
- Weakness in the face and arms
- Cognitive dysfunction:
- Decreased cognitive processing speed
- Decreased memory and attention
Physical Exams
- Neurological exam:
- Assessment of muscle strength and tone
- Assessment of reflexes
- Assessment of sensation
- Visual exam:
- Visual acuity test
- Visual field test
- Coordination and balance tests:
- Romberg test
- Heel-to-toe walking test
Causes
- Autoimmune disease:
- Abnormal immune response
- Destruction of myelin sheath
- Genetic predisposition:
- Family history of MS
- Genetic mutations
- Environmental factors:
- Vitamin D deficiency
- Epstein-Barr virus infection
Risk Factors
- Family history of MS
- Female gender
- Age (young adults)
- Geography (temperate climates)
- Ethnicity (Caucasian)
- Vitamin D deficiency
- Smoking
Treatments
- Disease-modifying therapies (DMTs):
- Interferon beta
- Glatiramer acetate
- Natalizumab
- Fingolimod
- Dimethyl fumarate
- Steroids:
- Methylprednisolone
- Pain management:
- Analgesics
- Muscle relaxants
- Rehabilitation:
- Physical therapy
- Occupational therapy
- Speech therapy
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Test your knowledge of the symptoms, manifestations, physical exams, causes, risk factors, and treatments of Multiple Sclerosis (MS), a chronic and often disabling autoimmune disease.
