Neuro Flashcards
1
Q
Diagnosis of MS definition
A
More than 1 episode & more than 1 lesion in different parts of the CNS
2
Q
What type of disease is MS?
A
Autoimmune
3
Q
What cells does MS act against?
A
Oligodendrocytes (produce myelin)
4
Q
What does MS lead to?
A
Axonal loss
5
Q
MS Ix
A
MRI - look for lesions
Lumbar puncture - check for IgG
6
Q
Chronic MS Mgx
A
B-interferon
Monoclonal antibodies
7
Q
Acute MS flare Mgx
A
High-dose steroids
8
Q
Acute MS flare Mgx
A
High-dose steroids
9
Q
Most common type of MS
A
Relapsing-remitting
10
Q
What type of reaction does MS cause?
A
Type IV Hypersensitivity
