What You Need to Know about Multiple Sclerosis

This accessibly written book provides the information readers need to understand how MS affects the body and how it can be effectively managed. This is an invaluable resource for anyone diagnosed with or caring for someone diagnosed with MS.

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is considered the most prevalent disabling neurological condition among young adults in the United States. Myelin, the protective coating that surrounds nerve cells, breaks down, which causes a variety of symptoms. Although there is currently no treatment, a number of options exist to help manage the condition.



What You Need to Know about Multiple Sclerosis is part of Greenwood's Inside Diseases and Disorders series. This series profiles a variety of physical and psychological conditions, distilling vast collections of scientific knowledge into concise, readable volumes. A list of "top 10" essential questions begins each book, providing quick-access answers to readers' most pressing concerns. The text follows a standardized, easy-to-navigate structure, with each chapter exploring a particular facet of the topic. In addition to covering basics such as causes, signs and symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options, books in this series delve into issues that are less commonly addressed but still critically important, such as effects on loved ones and caregivers. Case illustrations highlight key themes discussed in the book, accompanied by insightful analyses and recommendations.






Approaches the subject in a holistic manner, covering often-overlooked areas such as societal perceptions and the impact on family and friends



An Essential Questions section provides quick answers to the questions that readers are most likely to have and serves as a springboard to explore the content of the book in more detail



Case Illustrations provide relatable, real-world examples of concepts discussed in the text



An annotated Directory of Resources points readers toward useful books, organizations, and websites, acting as a gateway to further study and research