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Multiple Sclerosis Flashcards

1
Q

Is MS an issue with the CNS or PNS?

A

CNS

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2
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What is MS?

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An inflammatory demyelinating disorder in the CNS

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3
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Where in the world is MS most common?

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The further north (e.g. Scandinavia) or south (e.g. Tanzania) you go from the equator

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4
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What are the three types of MS course?

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Relapsing remitting MS (RRMS) - 85-90%
- Secondary progressive MS (SPMS) - (20-50% of RRMS patients develop this)
Primary progressive MS (PPMS) - 10-15%

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5
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Are females or males more likely to have MS?

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Females
F3:1

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6
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How does MS effect the pyramidal (corticospinal) tract?

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  • Increased tone
  • Spasticity
  • Weakness
  • Effects extensors of upper limb
  • Effects flexors of lower limbs
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7
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How long does optic neuritis last in MS?

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1-2 weeks

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What sensory symptoms do you get in MS?

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Pain
Paresthesia
Dorsal column loss (proprioception & Vibration)
Numbness
Trigeminal neuralgia

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9
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Symptoms of MS related cerebellar dysfunction

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Dysarthria
Ataxia
Nystagmus
Intention Tremor
Past pointing
Dysdiadokinesis
Pendular reflexes

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10
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What are the symptoms of brain stem dysfunction in MS?

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Diplopia (R VI palsy)
Facial weakness (R VII palsy)

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11
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Does MS effect the urinary tract?

A

yes

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12
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Is fatigue common in MS?

A

yes

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13
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What investigations can be done in MS?

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Blood tests
MRI
CSF

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14
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What are we looking for in CSF for a positive result for MS?

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presence of oligoclonal bands

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15
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What treatment is given for a mild relapse in MS?

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Symptomatic treatment

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16
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What treatment is given for a moderate relapse in MS?

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500mg oral steroids

17
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What treatment is given for a severe relapse in MS?

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Admit + 1000mg IV steroid

18
Q

What medications are commonly given to treat spasticity in MS?

A

Baclofen, tizanidine

19
Q

What medications are commonly given for sensory symptoms in MS?

A

Anti-convulsant (i.e. gabapentin)
Anti-depressant (i.e. amitryptiline)

20
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How are lower urinary tract symptoms managed in MS?

A

Bladder drill
Anti-cholinergic (e.g. oxybutynin)
Desmopressin
Catheter

21
Q

How is fatigue managed in MS?

A

Amantadine
Hyperbaric oxgen

22
Q

What is first line therapy in MS?

A

Tecfedira, Aubagio
Interferon beta
Glitiramer acetate

23
Q

What is second line therapy in MS?

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  • Fingolimod, Cladrabine
  • Monoclonal antibody - Tysabri, Ocrevus, Lemtrada
24
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What is first line in RRMS?

A

Tecfidera

25
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When are monoclonal antibodies indicated for treatment in MS?

A

In highly active RRMS after a previous therapy (tecfidera) has been tried

26
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How does spasticity effect reflexes?

A

More brisk reflexes

27
Q

What does a lower limb pattern of weakness look like in the lower limb?

A

Reduced hip, knee & plantar flexion

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