Multiple Sclerosis

This book explains what is currently known about multiple sclerosis. It covers the possible causes of the disease, the way in which it is diagnosed, and the differect forms of treatment - both conventional and alternative. It offers practical advice on living with the disease and coping with its physical and psychological effects. This third edition has been fully updated to include the most recent advances in knowledge that have taken place over the past six years. These include new theories of the causes of multiple sclerosis, new investigations such as MRI scanning, and new forms of therapy such as suppression of the immune system. The book should appeal to those with multiple sclerosis wishing to understand the disease more clearly, and to their families and friends, and can be recommended to patients by doctors.