Multiple sclerosis
An immune-mediated disease of the central nervous system where specialist care and research are important.
What is multiple sclerosis?
Multiple sclerosis is a disease of the central nervous system in which an abnormal immune response damages myelin and may also affect nerve fibres. Its course varies: some people experience relapses and partial recovery, while others develop gradual progression.
Symptoms and diagnosis
Possible symptoms include visual changes, altered sensation, weakness, fatigue, imbalance and cognitive changes. Diagnosis is based on clinical neurological assessment, MRI and selected additional investigations; no single test is sufficient in every case.
Treatment and care
Disease-modifying therapies aim to reduce inflammatory activity and future relapses. Other approaches support symptom control, rehabilitation and quality of life. Treatment decisions depend on disease activity and each person’s circumstances.
Clinical research
Research includes disease-modifying therapies, long-term safety and patient-reported outcomes. This page lists only studies specifically categorised as multiple sclerosis, rather than every neuroimmunology study.