Multiple Sclerosis Types and Causes
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What is the age range commonly affected by Clinically Isolated Syndrome (CIS)?

  • 10 to 20 years old
  • 40 to 60 years old
  • 20 to 40 years old (correct)
  • 60 to 80 years old

Which factor is NOT considered a cause or risk factor for Relapse Remitting MS (RRMS)?

  • Vitamin D deficiency
  • High cholesterol levels (correct)
  • Infections: exposure to Epstein Barr virus
  • Genetic factors

What are the primary areas mainly affected by Relapse Remitting MS (RRMS)?

  • Liver and kidneys
  • Stomach and intestines
  • Heart and lungs
  • Cerebellum and spinal cord (correct)

Which symptom is associated with Primary Progressive MS?

<p>Gait and mobility changes (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does CIS stand for in the context of Multiple Sclerosis?

<p>Clinically Isolated Syndrome (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which virus exposure is NOT listed as a potential infection related to Relapse Remitting MS (RRMS)?

<p>Hepatitis C virus (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the Evoked Potential Test (EPT) measure?

<p>The time it takes for nerves to respond to stimulation and the size of the response (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of MRI scan is commonly used in the diagnosis of multiple sclerosis?

<p>Visual evoked response or potential (VER or VEP) (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of recording each type of response from brain waves during the Evoked Potential Test (EPT)?

<p>To measure the time between stimulation and response, indicating nerve speed (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which medication works by changing the way the immune system functions in multiple sclerosis patients?

<p>Fingolimod (Gilenya) (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common symptom associated with Secondary Progressive MS (SPMS)?

<p>Muscle weakness (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

During which stage of multiple sclerosis would a person experience episodes of relapse and remission?

<p>(RRMS) Relapse Remitting MS (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is measured in a normal Evoked Potential Test (EPT) result?

<p>The time between stimulation and nerve response within the normal range (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of MRI scan measures the time it takes for nerves to respond to stimulation?

<p>Visual evoked response or potential (VER or VEP) (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which medication is associated with adverse effects on the eyes and hepatotoxicity in multiple sclerosis patients?

<p>Natalizumab (Tysabri) (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary characteristic of the EPT procedure?

<p>It typically takes half an hour or longer to do (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which age group is commonly affected by Clinically Isolated Syndrome (CIS) in multiple sclerosis?

<p>20 to 40 years old (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main characteristic of Relapse Remitting MS (RRMS)?

<p>Episodes of symptoms followed by periods of remission (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which infection exposure is NOT listed as a potential cause of Relapse Remitting MS (RRMS)?

<p>Varicella zoster virus (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary area mainly affected by Relapse Remitting MS (RRMS)?

<p>Brain and spinal cord (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which symptom is associated with Primary Progressive MS?

<p>Continuous deterioration without any periods of improvement (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary cause of Multiple Sclerosis according to the given text?

<p>Genetic factors and autoimmune response (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using electrodes taped to the head and conducting gel in the Evoked Potential Test (EPT)?

<p>To measure the size of the response from brain waves (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which medication for multiple sclerosis is associated with adverse effects on the eyes and hepatotoxicity?

<p>Fingolimod (Gilenya) (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Clinically Isolated Syndrome (CIS) stand for in the context of Multiple Sclerosis?

<p>Clinically Isolated Symptom (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of MRI scan measures the time it takes for nerves to respond to stimulation?

<p>Visual evoked response or potential (VER or VEP) (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

During which stage of multiple sclerosis would a person experience episodes of relapse and remission?

<p>Relapse Remitting MS (RRMS) (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which symptom is commonly associated with Secondary Progressive MS (SPMS)?

<p>(SPMS) Muscle weakness and spasticity (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary characteristic of the EPT procedure?

<p>It measures the time between stimulation and normal response range (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which virus exposure is NOT listed as a potential infection related to Relapse Remitting MS (RRMS)?

<p>(RRMS) Cytomegalovirus exposure (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is measured in a normal Evoked Potential Test (EPT) result?

<p>The time it takes for nerves to respond within the normal range (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the Evoked Potential Test (EPT) measure?

<p>The time between stimulation and abnormal response times in nerves (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Multiple Sclerosis

  • Clinically Isolated Syndrome (CIS) typically affects individuals between the ages of 20 and 50.

Relapse Remitting MS (RRMS)

  • Age range affected: 20-50 years old
  • Primary areas affected: brain, spinal cord, and optic nerves
  • Characterized by episodes of relapse and remission
  • NOT caused by: poor diet
  • NOT caused by: lack of exercise
  • NOT caused by: vaccination
  • NOT caused by: Epstein-Barr virus exposure

Primary Progressive MS (PPMS)

  • Characterized by: worsening of symptoms over time
  • Common symptom: vision problems

Evoked Potential Test (EPT)

  • Measures: speed of nerve signals in response to stimuli
  • Purpose: to diagnose and monitor MS
  • Uses: electrodes taped to the head, conducting gel
  • Normal result: nerve signals are transmitted quickly
  • Primary characteristic: uses electrical impulses to measure nerve response
  • Type of MRI scan: Functional MRI (fMRI)

Medications and Side Effects

  • Medication that changes the immune system's function: immunomodulators
  • Medication associated with eye problems and liver damage: Mitoxantrone

Stages of Multiple Sclerosis

  • Relapse Remitting MS (RRMS): characterized by episodes of relapse and remission
  • Secondary Progressive MS (SPMS): characterized by gradual worsening of symptoms
  • Primary Progressive MS (PPMS): characterized by gradual worsening of symptoms from onset

Note: The primary cause of Multiple Sclerosis is unknown.

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This quiz covers the types and causes of multiple sclerosis, a chronic disease that affects the central nervous system. It includes information about Clinically Isolated Syndrome, Relapse Remitting MS, genetic factors, and risk factors such as smoking and infections.

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