C8. Multiple Sclerosis Flashcards
1
Q
What is multiple sclerosis ?
A
Autoimmune response:
- Immune cells attach myelin
- Inflammatory response triggered within the brain
- Myelin debris accumulates in lesions
- This causes a feedback loop which repeats the process
2
Q
What are other names for multiple sclerosis ?
A
Demyelinations disease
Autoimmune disease
Inflammation disease
3
Q
What are the genetic and environmental factors of multiple sclerosis ?
A
- Family link
- More prevalence in women
- Caucasian/ northern hemisphere basis
- Triggering infections
- Vit D deficiency
4
Q
What are the 4 main classes of MS ?
A
Relapsing remitting
Secondary progression
Primary progression
Progressive relapsing
5
Q
What’s happening during episodes of MS ?
A
Regions of the brain grow when there is an episode of MS and shrink (aka brain lesions)
