What Are the Latest Treatments for Multiple Sclerosis?
Published: Dec 03, 2023
MS treatment is evolving rapidly, offering hope for better management of symptoms and progression. Dive into the latest therapies.
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Disease-Modifying Therapies (DMTs)
DMTs are a cornerstone of MS treatment, aiming to reduce relapse rates and slow disease progression. These therapies have proven effective in managing relapsing forms of MS and are continuously being refined to enhance their efficacy.
Managing Symptoms
Beyond DMTs, managing MS symptoms like fatigue, pain, and mobility issues is crucial. This often involves a combination of medication, physical therapy, and lifestyle adjustments. Tailored treatment plans help patients maintain a higher quality of life.
The Future of MS Treatment
Research is ongoing to discover new treatments and improve existing ones. Emerging therapies focus on neuroprotection and repair, aiming to halt or even reverse MS damage. These advancements offer hope for more comprehensive MS management in the future.
Frequently Asked Questions
DMTs are treatments that reduce MS relapses and slow progression.
Symptoms are managed through medication, therapy, and lifestyle changes.
Emerging therapies focus on neuroprotection and repair.
Research is exploring therapies that may reverse MS damage.
Key Takeaways
The future of MS treatment is promising, with ongoing advancements offering new hope.
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References
University of California, San Francisco MS-EPIC Team, Cree BAC, Hollenbach JA, et al. Silent progression in disease activity-free relapsing multiple sclerosis. Ann Neurol 2019; 85:653.
Amato MP, Fonderico M, Portaccio E, et al. Disease-modifying drugs can reduce disability progression in relapsing multiple sclerosis. Brain 2020; 143:3013.
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