One of the most promising drug treatments involves antiviral proteins known as interferons. Betaseron and Avonex are two types of interferons used to decrease the frequency of exacerbations in individuals with relapsing-remitting MS and help slow the progression of the disease. For severe exacerbations, drug treatments with corticosteroids are available. Corticosteroids are hormones produced in the human body by the adrenal glands that shorten the duration and intensity of MS attacks. Some MS sufferers opt for alternative therapies including acupuncture, osteopathy, homeopathy, aromatherapy, and reflexology.
Many people find a combination of drug therapy and alternative methods achieve the best results.
For MS patients who develop trigeminal neuralgia, a severe facial pain syndrome, there are several drug therapies or surgeries that can manage the pain.