Multiple Sclerosis: Clinical Manifestations

Question 1

Clinical Manifestations: ENT

Answer 1

1. Nystagmus
2. Diplopia
3. Blindness
4. Blurred vision
5. Pallor on optic disc evident upon eye exam (Opthlamoscope)

Question 2

Clinical Manifestations: Musculoskeletal

Answer 2

1. Paresthesia
2. Altered position
3. Ataxia
4. Intention tremors
5. Spastic paralysis and Gait
6. Increased Deep Tendon Reflex

Question 3

Clinical Manifestations: Neurological

Answer 3

1. Inappropriate emotional affect
2. Slurred or Scanning speech
3. Cognitive loss
4. Increased gamma globulin G levels in the CSF

Question 4

Clinical Manifestations: Other signs

Answer 4

1. Dysphagia
2. Impaired bowel and bladder function