Multiple sclerosis, or MS, usually progresses with attacks, which affect the nervous system with symptoms such as weakness, loss of vision and impaired balance.
Is it possible to treat MS?
MS is treatable and there are many medication options. However, it is important that the diagnosis is made early and treatment is started early because the prognosis is better in patients who receive early treatment.
Tests and examinations performed during MS check up:
- Neurology examination,
- Brain MRI
- TSH
- Free T4
- Free T3
- B12
- FOLAT
- SEDIMENTATION
- CRP
- ANA
- RHEUMATOID FACTOR
- BORRELIA BURGDORFER IGM and IGG
- ANTI-HIV
- ANTI CARDIOLOPIN IGM AND IGG
- ANGIOTENSIN CONVERTING ENZYME
Why should we have an MS check up?
If a person has any of the following symptoms, these examinations should be performed after an examination by a neurologist:
- Double vision
- New-onset instability or dizziness
- Intermittent or persistent visual impairment
- numbness, electricity or weakness in the body
- Urinary incontinence
- New onset of pain or muscle spasm
- Constant fatigue
Which diseases is MS check up important for early diagnosis?
MS check up is especially important in the diagnosis of MS and rheumatologic diseases affecting the brain.
Does MS check up differ according to age groups?
MS is a disease usually seen in young adults. It rarely occurs in children and at a later age. There are no differences between age groups in terms of check up.