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Progressive relapsing multiple sclerosis

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Progressive relapsing multiple sclerosis (MS) is a rare form of MS that causes steady damage to nerves when symptoms first appear and continues to cause damage to the central nervous system even when there are no symptoms. Relapses (disease flare-ups) occur, followed by full or partial recovery, but nerve damage continues and symptoms become increasingly disabling.

Symptoms of MS include:

  • Weakness, leg dragging, and stiffness.
  • Blurred, foggy, or hazy vision.
  • Tingling, a pins-and-needles sensation, and numbness.

While there is no cure for MS, medications can reduce the number, frequency, and severity of relapses and may slow the progression of the disease.

Credits

AuthorJeannette Curtis
AuthorCaroline Rea, RN, BS, MS
EditorKathleen M. Ariss, MS
EditorSusan Van Houten, RN, BSN, MBA
Associate EditorTracy Landauer
Associate EditorPat Truman, MATC
Primary Medical ReviewerPatrice Burgess, MD

- Family Medicine
Primary Medical ReviewerAdam Husney, MD

- Family Medicine
Primary Medical ReviewerKathleen Romito, MD

- Family Medicine
Last UpdatedMay 25, 2007
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Last Updated: May 25, 2007
Author:
Jeannette Curtis

Caroline Rea, RN, BS, MS
Medical Review:
Patrice Burgess, MD - Family Medicine

Adam Husney, MD - Family Medicine

Kathleen Romito, MD - Family Medicine


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