Multiple Sclerosis

Multiple Sclerosis (MS): Causes, Signs and Symptoms, and Treatment Options

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Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Causes, Signs and Symptoms, and Treatment Options

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a complex disease characterized by the demyelination of spinal nerve and brain cells, disrupting the myelin that insulates and protects nerve cells. While the precise cause remains unknown, it is considered an autoimmune disease. Risk factors include age (15-60 years), with women having two to three times higher risk than men. … Read more

Dalfampridine (Ampyra) for Multiple Sclerosis Treatment

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Dalfampridine (Ampyra) for Multiple Sclerosis Treatment

Dalfampridine, commonly known as Ampyra, is an oral medication utilized in the treatment of multiple sclerosis (MS). While its precise mechanism of action remains unknown, it is recognized for impeding the movement of potassium between nerve cells. Animal studies have indicated an enhancement in the conduction of nerve signals. The FDA approved Ampyra in December … Read more