Multiple sclerosis, often called MS, is a long-term condition that affects the brain and spinal cord, which make up the central nervous system. In MS, the body’s immune system mistakenly attacks the protective covering around nerves, called myelin. When this covering is damaged, nerve signals can slow down or get blocked. This can lead to a wide range of symptoms that differ from person to person.
Signs of MS can include tiredness, numbness or tingling, muscle weakness, trouble with balance, blurred vision, and problems with memory or thinking. Symptoms may come and go, or they may slowly build over time. Because MS affects people in different ways, no two experiences are exactly alike.
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