Early Signs of MS
8. Treatment
Although there is no known cure, treatment and management of MS aims to control progression of the disease, improving function of the patient, preventing disability, and reducing relapses. Medication is usually prescribed after the first episode if lesions are seen via medical imaging.
Medications such as intravenous corticosteroids can be prescribed for acute MS attacks. Disease modifying drugs such as alemtuzumab and natalizumab can also be prescribed. Rehabilitation programs such as psychological and physical therapies have been proven to be effective. Besides pharmacological treatment, more than half of MS patients also seek alternative treatments such as relaxation techniques, herbal medicine, and acupuncture. However, there is little evidence for the effectiveness.
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