A Multiple stiffness It is a chronic, autoimmune immunity nervous disease that affects the central nervous system, exposing the sheath of the metal that covers nerve cells. The most common in adults between the ages of 20 and 40, especially women, can be the case Difficult diagnosis Because it suffers from symptoms similar to symptoms of other diseases. Last Monday (31), The paragraph and introduction model, Carole Ribeiro, revealed that it had received the diagnosis After more than a year, signs and menopause are mixed. the Neurologist Lucas FretasFrom Bethlehem, he explains the challenges facing the identification of the disease that hinders early diagnosis. In addition, it indicates that the progress of the treatments gradually increased the quality of the life of patients.
In Brazil, about 40,000 Brazilians live with the disease, where 85 % of young and white women were between 18 and 30 years, according to the Brazilian Multiple Sclerosis Society (ABEM).
The expert explains that multiple sclerosis is autoimmune disease without one specific reason. The development of the disease is associated with risk factors such as low sun exposure, vitamin D deficiency, obesity, and specific viruses, such as Epstein Bar, and pollution. It indicates that genetic readiness, along with exposure to these factors, contributes to the appearance of the disease.
Since it contains a wide range of symptoms, multiple sclerosis can be confused with various nervous and aromatic conditions such as stroke, spinal cord inflammation, visual loss, lupus, and fibromyalgia. “Since the symptoms are very diverse, the diagnosis may take time, because it does not necessarily think about multiple sclerosis,” Freitas notes.
The doctor explains that fatigue and cognitive changes, common in the disease, can lead to a wrong association with menopause, especially since multiple sclerosis affects more women. However, this ambiguity does not happen frequently.
Fascism cycle and moderators is a feature of the disease
The most common symptoms include sudden vision loss, numbness, tingling, loss of strength and balance, as well as memory changes. These manifestations arise sharply or sharply, and settle within a few days. Most cases have a pattern of outbreaks and proof of nutrition, and symptoms followed by spontaneous, partial or complete improvement.
Even without immediate treatment, even without immediate treatment is a striking advantage of multiple sclerosis. The doctor says: “This behavior of improvement and the worst draws great attention to the disease,” the doctor says.
How is the diagnosis?
The diagnosis of multiple sclerosis includes an analysis of the patient’s clinical history, taking into account the criteria for exacerbation and improvement of symptoms, as well as physical examination. For confirmation, complementary tests are performed, such as MRI of the brain and column with contrast. In some cases, a cotton hole is needed to analyze the infallible fluid, as well as laboratory tests to exclude other cases such as infections and autoimmune diseases.
Treatments and prevention
Multiple sclerosis treatment is divided into approaches: control of disease outbreaks and the prevention of new crises. The worst of the worst is dealt with with high criminal doses, while preventive therapy is dedicated to each patient and can be administered by injection or orally.
The doctor says about medications that help reduce the risk of sequences. In addition, it is reported that there are treatments to relieve specific symptoms such as fatigue and tingling, and supporting physical therapy to improve muscle strength.
Although multiple sclerosis cannot be prevented, some measures may reduce the risk of its development. The appropriate exposure to sunlight, avoiding vitamin D deficiency, and vaccination to prevent frequent viral infections are important factors.
In addition, it indicates that a healthy lifestyle, including a balanced diet, regular physical activity and mental health care, can contribute to reducing the effects of the disease.
The neurologist says that progress in treatments enable a normal life for patients.
The routine of a person with multiple sclerosis requires continuous care with physical and mental health. Control of stress, anxiety and symptoms of depression is very important because these factors can increase the condition. However, it is also recommended to avoid regular physical activity and exposure to sunlight, while exposure to high temperatures should be avoided as it may exacerbate symptoms.
With regard to adaptations, in daily life, it varies according to the degree of continuation of the disease. Some patients may need to help transportation, such as pedestrians or handrails due to loss of balance, while those who suffer from visual weakness may require support for others to direct themselves in environments.
Despite possible restrictions, Lucas Freitas notes that many people with multiple sclerosis can maintain an active routine, including work and daily business due to the progress of treatments.
“The patient can have a normal life, works, and deals with his duties, depending on the degree of adoption of his sequel. By developing new treatments and a variety of treatments available today, it was increasingly possible to live with hardening and a life closer to normal. It also leads a healthy lifestyle in obtaining higher quality than life.”
