What to Know About Multiple Sclerosis Progression in Chart Form

Stuart SchlossmanAging & MS, Multiple Sclerosis, SPMS-PPMS News

A more visual explanation of the progression of MS can be helpful for understanding your symptoms and the type of MS you currently have.

Over the past few decades, the quality of life and life expectancy for people with multiple sclerosis (MS) has improved significantly.

MS is a neurological condition that affects nearly 1 million U.S. adults, reports the National MS Society. New medications have slowed the progression of the condition.

People with MS generally experience a progression of MS symptoms and severity throughout their lives. There are four types of MS. They’re defined by the frequency and progression of symptoms:

There’s no one set timeline or course of MS, but knowing the type can help you understand and manage your MS

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