Written By: Bhavyajyoti Chilukoti | Updated: May 26, 2017, 9:57 AM
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The symptoms of Multiple Sclerosis (MS) usually appear at the age of 20s and 30s, especially in women (as women as more prone than men). In some cases, the symptoms might get better with time, but in others, it might come back. No two people with MS show the same symptoms. Dr Sudhir Kumar, senior consultant neurologist, Institute of Neurosciences, Hyderabad lists common symptoms of MS.
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Loss of vision: If the antibodies have affected the optic nerve, you might suffer from loss of vision either in one eye or both the eyes. Hence, if you experience blurred or double vision, do not ignore but consult a doctor.
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A homoeopathic remedy is helpful for staggering gait and heaviness or numbness in legs for an individual who can walk in the daytime, although in a staggering way but at night, they experience a complete inability to walk.
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Loss of balance: People suffering from MS also experience difficulty in controlling balance and thus, might face difficulty in walking and controlling coordination. It might be so severe that a person might fall down suddenly even with a slight push.
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Weakness in the limbs: This could be due to muscle weakness or spasms as a result of nerve damage. In this case, it can be a weakness in either the right leg or the left one or both the legs It is the same case with the arms as well.
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Another issue is urge incontinence. Diabetes, with its impact on nerve function, significantly contributes to this manifestation. For some individuals, a combination of stress and urge incontinence, known as mixed incontinence, adds further complexity to the scenario.
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Fatigue: If you are suffering from MS you might feel extremely tired even without doing any strenuous activity. You might even feel tired after getting a good night's sleep, which is a sign that you need to consult a doctor immediately.
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Difficulty in concentration: As the nerve cells are affected, people with MS have poor attention and memory with trouble in concentration, which comes intermittently. In few cases, it can cause problems in completing the day to day activities of the person.
