The goal would be to decrease the effect of the immune system and save the myelin from attack. The same medications used in other immune system diseases, cancer or transplants are utilized. These are strong medications and have significant side effects. Thus the decision to use these cannot be taken lightly. On the other hand, if the MS is more typical and less aggressive the approach has to be altered accordingly.
Education is always important.
Exercise appropriate done may be helpful. Symptom management and psychological support are essential. Much can be done to help the person with MS lead a happy fulfilling life. That has to be the main goal of MS management today as we wait all too patiently for a cure to be discovered. Copyright 2001 Fairview Health Services.