5 things to know about "Multiple Sclerosis" episode

1. What is Multiple Sclerosis (MS)? Multiple sclerosis affects the myelin sheath, a protective layer surrounding nerve cells, causing communication problems between your brain and the rest of your body.

2. Can MS be cured? There is currently no cure for multiple sclerosis. Treatments differ from person to person. Treatment may consist of: steroids, medications, exercising regularly, healthy sleeping patterns, and rehabilitation.

3. Are there different types of MS? There are 4 types of MS: Clinically isolated syndrome (CIS), Relapsing-remitting MS (RRMS), Secondary progressive MS (SPMS), Primary progressive MS (PPMS)

4. Who is most at risk for MS? The condition can affect people of all ages, but it is more common among young adults and females.

5. What are common symptoms of MS? Commonly reported symptoms include vision problems, difficulty walking, poor balance, foggy headedness, numbness in limbs, stiffness, depression, and fatigue.

   
   

   Full episode available on all major streaming platforms under "You're Not Alone with Townsend".

Spotify link: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5HrmUMSf7iJLcdxvnl9P0o?si=08f405a1a3a84df7

https://open.spotify.com/episode/5HrmUMSf7iJLcdxvnl9P0o?si=08f405a1a3a84df7

Apple Podcast link: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a-l-s/id1591999858?i=1000662958370

Youtube link: https://youtu.be/87emuQHO2S0?si=HsrOnxwsN9yJCgwZ

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References:

https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/multiple-sclerosis/symptoms-causes/syc-20350269

https://www.nationalmssociety.org/understanding-ms/what-is-ms/types-of-ms?utm_source=imt&utm_medium=semg&utm_campaign=grants_awr&utm_content=understanding_ms&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAjw0aS3BhA3EiwAKaD2Ze2QEUwvXx-GS8n7uZi8yVs5jdD2xZQvqtSBcl7i7NBsqnJrMmaIhBoCyIwQAvD_BwE

https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/multiple-sclerosis

https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/multiple-sclerosis