Health in other areas: Sclerosis Multiple
Sclerosis Multiple is caused by damage to the myelin sheath, the protective covering that surrounds nerve cells. When this nerve covering is damaged, nerve signals slow down or stop.
The nerve damage is caused by inflammation. Inflammation occurs when the body's own immune cells attack the nervous system. This can occur along any area of the brain, optic nerve, and spinal cord.
It is unknown what exactly causes this to happen. The most common thought is that a virus or gene defect, or both, are to blame. Environmental factors may play a role.
Some of the symptoms could be:
-Decreased attention span, poor judgment, and memory loss
-Difficulty reasoning and solving problems
-Depression or feelings of sadness
-Dizziness and balance problems
-Hearing loss
Treatment:
There is no known cure for multiple sclerosis at this time. But, there are treatments that may slow the disease. The goal of treatment is to control symptoms and help you maintain a normal
quality of life.