What is multiple sclerosis?
Multiple sclerosis is a disease of the central nervous system in which it is quite possible for nerve function to be permanently damaged.
During the disease, the immune system fights, attacking the protective membrane of the nerve fiber (in medical language it is called myelin), thus revealing the problem of communication between the brain and the rest of the body.
Unfortunately, in the acute form of multiple sclerosis, some patients are unable to move independently. Sometimes the pathology is manifested by a long period of remission.
MS can occur at any age, but onset usually occurs around 20 and 40 years of age. However, younger and older people can be affected.
Women are more than two to three times as likely as men are to have relapsing-remitting MS.
The exact cause of the disease is unknown.
The main goal of treatment is to slow the progression of the disease and manage the symptoms.
Lifestyle and home remedies
To help relieve the signs and symptoms of multiple sclerosis, try to:
- Get plenty of rest. Look at your sleep habits to make sure you're getting the best possible sleep.
- Exercise. If you have mild to moderate MS, regular exercise can help improve your strength, muscle tone, balance and coordination. Swimming or other water exercises are good options if you're bothered by heat. Other types of mild to moderate exercise recommended for people with MS include walking, stretching, low-impact aerobics, stationary bicycling, yoga.
- Cool down. MS symptoms often worsen when the body temperature rises in some people with MS.
- Eat a balanced diet. Since there's little evidence to support a particular diet, experts recommend a generally healthy diet. Some research suggests that vitamin D may have potential benefit for people with MS.
- Relieve stress. Stress may trigger or worsen your signs and symptoms.
Source:
https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/multiple-sclerosis/diagnosis-
treatment/drc-20350274
