Conditions listing Multiple Sclerosis as a symptom may also be potential underlying causes of Multiple Sclerosis. Our database lists the following as having Multiple Sclerosis as a symptom of that condition:
Causes: Multiple Sclerosis:
Autoimmune destruction of myelin that surrounds spinal cord nerves.
The following medical news items are relevant to causes of Multiple Sclerosis:
As with all medical conditions, there may be many causal factors. Further relevant information on causes of Multiple Sclerosis may be found in:
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The exact cause of MS is unknown, but current theories suggest a slow-acting or latent viral infection and an autoimmune response. Other theories suggest that environmental and genetic factors may also be linked to MS. Emotional stress, overwork, fatigue, pregnancy, and acute respiratory tract infections have been known to precede the onset of this illness.
MS usually begins between ages 20 and 40. It affects more women than men. A family history of MS and living in a geographical area with higher incidence of MS (northern Europe, northern United States, southern Australia, and New Zealand) increase the risk.
Source: Professional Guide to Diseases (Eighth Edition), 2005
❑ Anxiety
❑ Depression
❑ Hypothyroidism
❑ Premenstrual syndrome
❑ Hypochondriasis
❑ Somatization disorder
❑ Chronic fatigue syndrome
❑ Fibromyalgia
❑ Panic disorder
❑ Malingering
❑ Conversion reaction
Source: Field Guide to Bedside Diagnosis, 2007
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