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My neurologist newly diagnosied me with the "Relapsing Remitting" form of multiple sclerosis, what does this level mean?
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What type of MS does Montel Williams have?
Montel Williams has RR Relapsing Remitting MS
Why is relapsing remitting multiple sclerosis episodic?
because the sympoms come and go.....
What is the medical word using to describe for a disease which backs again?
A recurrent, intermittent, chronic, or relapsing/remitting disease is one that comes and goes. Examples may include asthma or MS.
What are Multiple Sclerosis symptoms wax and wane?
When Multiple Sclerosis symptoms "wax and wane," we call it "relapsing and remitting." This is the most common form of Multiple Sclerosis: RRMS, or Relapsing Remitting MS. RRMS is identified by distinct periods of disease activity (relapses) followed by longer periods of disease inactivity (remission)The other forms of Multiple Sclerosis are:Primary Progressive MS: This form of the disease is categorized by a distinct lack of relapses and/or remissions. It shows a continual, slow wordening of disease activity. Approximately 10% of MS patients are initially diagnosed as PPMS.Progressive Relapsing MS: This relatively rare form of MS is categorized by distinct relapses but no real remissions, and with each relapse, the disease progresses. Only about 5% of MS patients will develop PRMSSecondary Progressive MS: This form of the disease is what can come of Relapsing Remitting MS. Untreated, RRMS will normally develop into SPMS in ten years. This form is identical to Primary Progressive MS, except that it is a follow-on condition to RRMS. Although long-term data is not yet available, disease-modifying therapies available today are thought to delay the onset of SPMSAs mentioned earlier, RRMS is the most common form of MS, with approximately 85% of MS patients initially diagnosed in this category.
What characterizes the most common pattern of MS symptoms?
The most common pattern is the "relapsing-remitting" pattern, in which there are clearly defined symptomatic attacks lasting 24 hours or more, followed by complete or almost complete improvement.
Are there four types of multiple sclerosis?
No, there are 5. Benign Multiple Sclerosis Relapsing Remitting Multiple Sclerosis (RRMS) Secondary Progressive Multiple Sclerosis (SPMS) Primary Progressive Multiple Sclerosis (PPMS) Malignant Multiple Sclerosis (Marburg Variant)
What is Alphanumeric sequencing?
Alphanumeric Sequencing involves the alternating recitation of counting and the alphabet. We report data on the use of this measure with two clinical samples of persons with multiple sclerosis, having either the chronic progressive (n = 23) or relapsing-remitting form (n = 52) of the disease. Patients were administered Alphanumeric Sequencing and several other tests of information-processing speed/capacity and short-term memory. Chronic progressive MS patients performed worse than 23 healthy controls on both the speed and error components of the test, while relapsing-remitting patients were worse than 35 controls only on the total time to complete the task. The time score was correlated with several measures of information processing and short-term memory
What are the stages of progression?
The stages of progression typically involve an initial stage of awareness or understanding, followed by a stage of skill development or practice, and then a stage of mastery or proficiency. This progression may also involve stages of challenges, setbacks, and growth as the individual works towards their goals.
How well does the treatment from/for Avonex work for multiple sclerosis?
I have been having problems with relapsing of my multiple sclerosis (MS). How well does the treatment from/of Avonex work to combat this?
When do symptoms of Multiple Sclerosis appear?
Symptoms can appear at any time between age 20 to 40; early signs are optic neuritis (pain on moving eyes, blurred vision, or trouble with bright lights), and tingling/numbness - especially in hands & feet; also problems with balance, or with bladder/bowel. But the symptoms are so varied, you just never know which one you're gonna be challenged with next!Some people start off with 'benign MS', where they may get an occasional slight symptom which then goes away - sometimes for ages, before it flares up again; benign MS can progress into relapsing/remitting or progressive MS, but possibly not for years.
What drugs are used to treat relapsing fever?
Either tetracycline or erythromycin is effective against both forms of relapsing fever.
What is the meaning of the word course?
In medical terms, one might speak of the course of a disease, or its natural history. For instance, multiple sclerosis may take a relapsing/remitting course, or a progressive course. Course may also refer to a period of medication. Someone may be prescribed a course of oral prednisone, for instance, to help with an exacerbation of asthma.
