Multiple sclerosis - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
Nov 1, 2024 · It's also known as MS. In MS, the immune system attacks the protective sheath that covers nerve fibers, known as myelin. This interrupts communication between the brain and the rest …
Multiple Sclerosis (MS): What It Is, Symptoms & Treatment
Jan 25, 2024 · Multiple sclerosis (MS) damages the protective cover around nerves called myelin in your central nervous system. It can cause muscle weakness, vision changes, numbness and memory …
Multiple sclerosis - Wikipedia
MS is the most common immune-mediated disorder affecting the central nervous system (CNS). [16] In 2020, about 2.8 million people were affected by MS globally, with rates varying widely in different …
Multiple Sclerosis (MS): Early Warning Signs and Symptoms
May 9, 2024 · People with multiple sclerosis (MS) tend to have their first symptoms between the ages of 20 and 40. Early on, the symptoms get better, but then they come back. This is called relapsing …
Muliple Sclerosis Support | Norton Healthcare Louisville, Ky.
Our program brings together advanced MS care, innovative research and a compassionate team dedicated to making sure you feel informed, supported and never alone. Our mission is simple: to …
Multiple Sclerosis (MS) - National Institute of Neurological Disorders ...
Dec 17, 2025 · Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic neurological disorder. It’s an autoimmune disorder, meaning that in MS, the immune system—which normally protects us from viruses, bacteria, and …
What is Multiple Sclerosis? | National MS Society
Multiple Sclerosis, or MS, is a complex disease that affects countless individuals around the world. Learn what causes MS, the different types of MS, and more.
Understanding Multiple Sclerosis (MS) - Healthline
May 9, 2025 · Multiple sclerosis is a chronic condition of the central nervous system. Learn the causes and types of MS, common symptoms, and treatments.
Multiple Sclerosis (MS) - Johns Hopkins Medicine
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a long-lasting (chronic) disease of the central nervous system. It is thought to be an autoimmune disorder, a condition in which the body attacks itself by mistake.
Multiple Sclerosis | MS | MedlinePlus
Sep 30, 2025 · Multiple sclerosis (MS) slows down or blocks messages between the brain and body. MS can be mild or severe. Learn about MS symptoms and treatment.