Multiple Sclerosis Overview
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What is the most common clinical course of multiple sclerosis?

  • Secondary-progressive MS
  • Relapsing-remitting MS (correct)
  • Progressive-relapsing MS
  • Primary-progressive MS
  • At what age does the onset of MS typically occur?

  • 10-20 years
  • 50-60 years
  • 60-70 years
  • 30-50 years (correct)
  • What is the gender ratio in MS, with women being more commonly affected than men?

  • 3:1
  • 2:1 (correct)
  • 1:1
  • 4:1
  • Which type of MS starts with a relapsing-remitting course but progresses to steady decline?

    <p>Secondary-progressive MS</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of risk of developing MS is reported for an identical co-twin of an affected person?

    <p>25%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term refers to periods without disease progression and abatement of signs and symptoms in MS?

    <p>Remissions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Approximately how many people worldwide are affected by multiple sclerosis?

    <p>2.1</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which age group is less likely to have the onset of multiple sclerosis?

    <p>&gt;40 years old</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does RRMS stand for in relation to multiple sclerosis courses?

    <p>Relapsing-remitting MS</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a significant consequence of multiple sclerosis on quality of life?

    <p>Impaired quality of life</p> Signup and view all the answers

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