Multiple SclerosisCollin Grogan

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What is Multiple Sclerosis?Multiple Sclerosis- A progressive disease in

which the myelin sheath surrounding the nerves degenerates and causes failures in the body’s neurological system. (Dunn J., Leitschuh C.)

Description-Autoimmune (immune system attacks the body

instead of attacking bacteria in the body)-Effects protective covering of nerves known as

the myelin sheath(demyelization)- scar tissue builds up

and destroys the layer of myelin-after demyelization the nerves can not

transmit signals properly or sometimes not at all

Effects of Demyelization/MSBlurs vision/eye pain/double vision Decreases CoordinationMuscle stiffnessDifficulty controlling urination Numbness/tingling http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qgySDmR

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Effects Cont’dShort term memory lossUnclear thinking or “brain fog”Decreased ability to make decisions/solve

problemsStress and fatigue may magnify symptoms

TreatmentsNo cureTreatments can help control symptoms and in

some cases slow down the progression of MS

CitationsDunn, J., & Leitschuh, C. (2006). Special physical

education. Dubuque, Iowa: Kendall Hunt. What is multiple sclerosis? what cause

MS?.WebMD - Better information. Better health.. Retrieved April 27, 2010, from http://www.webmd.com/multiple-sclerosis/guide/what-is-multiple-sclerosis.

Adaptations For Cognitive Changes in Multiple Sclerosis. EzineArticles Submission. Retrieved May 3, 2010, from http://ezinearticles.com/