Have you been diagnosed with multiple sclerosis? Here are the neurologist’s tips

When could a person think that they could have multiple sclerosis? “Any symptomatology that suggests the involvement of the central nervous system (brain and spinal cord) in a young patient, should raise an alarm, especially since Romania is in the area of ​​medium prevalence for multiple sclerosis (35-40 patients / 100,000 inhabitants) “, Explains Dr. Irene Davidescu, neurologist.

CSÎD: Is multiple sclerosis a disease synonymous with a wheelchair?

Dr. Irene Davidescu: There are no known analyzes or tests that predict the progression and evolution of the disease and implicitly neither the prognosis. Disease-modifying therapies, which patients have benefited from in recent years, have significantly changed, for the better, the evolution and prognosis of multiple sclerosis, demonstrating efficacy in slowing the progression of disability, especially by reducing the number and severity of outbreaks. The earlier the treatment is started, thus the chances of a favorable evolution will be higher. The treatment for multiple sclerosis is a long-term, complex and necessary to be monitored by a neurologist.

What lifestyle is recommended for patients with multiple sclerosis

CSÎD: Do patients with multiple sclerosis help meditation, conscious breathing, yoga?

Dr. Irene Davidescu: We recommend organizing a healthy lifestyle, with exercise (performed individually or under supervision), because it contributes to maintaining mobility, flexibility, coordination and balance, cardiovascular tone, well-being, increases appetite and contributes to a healthy lifestyle. better sleep and improved bowel function.

Socialize and keep your sense of humor, go for walks in nature, dance, swimming, aqua-gym, yoga, tai chi, cycling, stretching. To avoid unnecessary losses of Physically and mentally organize your time effectivelyl, activities and priorities. In the diet of patients with multiple sclerosis we must find: fruits, vegetables and whole grains. Plenty of fluids – hydration helps prevent constipation, accelerates the elimination of toxins from the body and prevents intestinal infections.

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