MS Flashcards
1
Q
Commonest symptom of MS
A
Optic neuritis
2
Q
What is optic neuritis
A
Inflammation of optic nerve
Presents as eye pain (especially on movement) and blurred vision
3
Q
What cell meditates demyelination in MS
A
T cells
4
Q
What is not a reassuring sign on MRI for MS and why
A
Black holes in white mater
Suggest permanent disability
5
Q
Is MS upper or lower motor neuron
A
UMN
6
Q
Treatment for MS relapses
A
Oral prednisolone (steroids)
7
Q
Purpose of disease modifying treatment
A
Increase time between relapses
