Multiple Sclerosis (MS): Signs, Diagnosis and Treatment With Dr. Charles Smith | San Diego Health

Описание: Multiple sclerosis (also called MS) affects more than 400,000 Americans every year. However, new treatments are vastly helping to slow the spread of the illness and improve the quality of life for those suffering from it. Dr. Charles Smith, a neurologist with Scripps Clinic, discusses how to diagnose multiple sclerosis, including risk factors, symptoms and treatment. Learn more: http://www.scripps.org/7301y

0:36 - What causes multiple sclerosis?
1:03 - What are the symptoms of multiple sclerosis (MS)?
1:37 - Why do symptoms differ from person to person?
2:13 - Why do multiple sclerosis symptoms come and go?
3:04 - Who is most at risk for multiple sclerosis?
3:47 - How do you diagnose multiple sclerosis?
4:13 - How do you treat multiple sclerosis?
5:23 - Can multiple sclerosis be cured?
5:50 - Final thoughts