This is the rarest form of MS, affecting a small percentage of individuals. Progressive-relapsing MS is marked by a steady progression of the disease from the beginning, alongside clear acute relapses with or without full recovery. Unlike relapsing-remitting MS, there's continuous disease progression between relapses.
Each type of MS presents unique challenges and requires specific management strategies. Advances in research and treatment options continue to improve the outlook for individuals living with all forms of MS, aiming to control symptoms, reduce relapses, and slow disease progression.
Side Effects from MS:
- Fatigue: One of the most common symptoms, which can significantly impact daily activities.
- Numbness or Weakness: Often occurs on one side of the body at a time, or the legs and trunk.
- Vision Problems: Including blurred vision, partial or complete loss of vision, usually in one eye at a time, often with pain during eye movement.
- Tingling or Pain: Can occur in parts of your body and spontaneous sensations of pins and needles.
- Coordination and Balance Issues: Difficulty walking or standing, leading to falls or an unsteady gait.
- Cognitive Challenges: Including problems with memory, attention span, language, and performing sequential tasks.
- Emotional Effects: Depression, mood swings, and irritability are common.
