Multiple sclerosis is manifested by many symptoms. The disease has a chronic character, in which the spinal cord and brain are affected. The main reason for the occurrence is a malfunction of the immune system. Occurs indirect cells into the brain, which causes the myelin sheath of the nerve endings to collapse - there are scars. The illness develops both actively and passively, that a person can even not notice any changes at all.
The first symptoms and signs of multiple sclerosis
Symptoms of the disease may differ depending on the specific area of the nerve endings. Among the main signs of the disease are the following:
- numbness of limbs on one side or in pairs, weakness in them;
- problems with the organs of vision, which are usually accompanied by pain during movement;
- blurring or bifurcation of the contour;
- unexplained pain in different parts of the body;
- with some movements of the head there is a feeling of electric shock;
- impaired coordination of movements, nervous trembling, uncertain gait;
- fatigue;
- pain and dizziness .
Often patients, especially at the very beginning, experience relapses of symptoms, which are accompanied by partial or complete remission. Usually, the disease manifests itself as a result of an increase in body temperature - most often this occurs while visiting a sauna or a bath.
Diagnosis of multiple sclerosis symptoms
Timely and correct definition of the diagnosis enables a person to fully live an active life. That's why when you have the first symptoms you should immediately go to a specialist. To determine the presence of the disease, it is important to monitor several key factors:
- the appearance of signs of an illness lasting more than a day with an interval of a month;
- Magnetic resonance imaging showed the presence of lesions of sclerosis.
To accurately confirm the diagnosis, immunological tests and electromyography are prescribed.
The causes of the symptoms of multiple sclerosis
The main cause of the disease is considered to be malfunctions in the immune system. In a normal state, the brain and spinal cord have a special barrier that protects against blood cells and microorganisms. When the work of immunity is violated, lymphocytes can be penetrated through the defense. They do not fight alien bodies, but start attacking friendly cells. In this case, substances that negatively affect the nerve shell are produced. Damaged tissue begins to scar. This disrupts the delivery of momentum from the brain to different parts of the body. The main manifestations are: decreased sensitivity, difficult speech and simple movements.
There are several main factors that can influence the development of the disease:
- hereditary predisposition;
- constant stress;
- a significant shortage of vitamin D in the body;
- virus diseases.
Multiple sclerosis - symptoms in young
This disease mainly develops in young people. It usually affects
The disease is considered common. After injuries, he is the main cause of disability in young people. According to statistics, the disease is diagnosed in 30 people out of 100 thousand. In this case, there is a direct pattern: the closer the population lives to the equator, the less often the ailment occurs, and vice versa.