TREATMENT:
There is no specific cure for multiple sclerosis; however various forms of treatment have been studied. The care of the patient with MS is basically a matter of symptomatic general care that varies with the person’s current needs.
The following measures are important:
- Rest and relief from fatigue and stressful situations. This does not necessarily mean strict bed rest.
- Since fever often triggers an acute episode, measures should be taken to cool the body temperature. Cool baths or ice packs may give temporary improvement. Underlying infections should be treated specifically.
- If the person is restricted to bed, regular passive ROM exercises are given to prevent contractures. Care must be taken not to cause fatigue.
- Various steroid preparations may be administered, usually in high doses for short periods of time. There is no substantial evidence that their use is effective, except when the optic nerve is involved.
- Various diet have been advocated as influencing the course of the disease so, patient is advised to eat a well balance diet to help maintain an optimum weight.
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