10 MS Symptoms
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
Symptom 6: Cognitive Dysfunction
Multiple sclerosis patients often deal with cognitive dysfunction as well. In general, cognitive problems develop in severe cases of the disease, months and years after the first onset. Common cognitive problems include lack of concentration, difficulties processing new information and memorizing, difficulties paying attention, and problems with verbal fluency.
Cognitive dysfunction is the main cause why people diagnosed with multiple sclerosis need to leave their jobs. In severe cases of the disease, cognitive dysfunction makes a person become dependent on others. Living and functioning independently becomes impossible.
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