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medical-research2 years ago

"Advancements in MS Diagnosis, NB-4746, and Neubie Stimulation Unveiled in MS News Notes"

Diagnosing primary progressive MS (PPMS) remains challenging despite guidelines, as a study in the Netherlands found that only 228 out of 322 people diagnosed with PPMS actually met the criteria. Additionally, clinical testing has begun for an investigational treatment that aims to block an enzyme contributing to nerve damage in MS patients, and an electronic device called Neubie has been found to improve strength and mobility in people with MS when used as an add-on to physical therapy.

via Multiple Sclerosis News Today|
#diagnosis#experimental-treatment#medical-research
health2 years ago

Comparing Genetic Risk and Prevalence of Multiple Sclerosis in Different Populations

A Swedish study found that the risk of developing multiple sclerosis (MS) is similar between first- and second-degree family members of people with relapsing-remitting MS (RRMS) and primary progressive MS (PPMS). The study suggests that genetics and environment contribute equally to disease risk and that the likelihood of developing a particular MS type may be independent of genetics. The heritability of MS overall was estimated to be about 51%, with RRMS having a heritability of 55%. The study highlights the need for further research to explore other genetic and environmental risk factors that contribute to disease expression.

via Multiple Sclerosis News Today|
#genetic-risk#health#heritability