Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Month: Hope starts with awareness

Now is the time to dedicate a month exclusively to discussing this complex neurological condition that is affecting millions across the globe. As one of the leading neurophysicians in Miyapur, I, Dr. Venkata Harin Reddy, am committed to raising awareness and offering insights into diagnosis, treatment, and management of MS. What is Multiple Sclerosis? This is an autoimmune disease affecting the central nervous system. The immune system mistakenly attacks the myelin sheath that protects nerve fibers in the central nervous system. The damage leads to problems with communication between the brain and the rest of the body, which cause an array of symptoms. Common Signs of MS MS takes different forms in every case; however, some most common signs are as below: Numbness or weakness in limbs. Loss of vision, often initially in one eye. Electric-shock sensations upon some neck movements. Shakiness or unstable walk. Chronic fatigue and cognitive impairments. Role of Early Diagnosis Early ...