Summary: Researchers identified a specific pattern of autoantibodies in the blood that precedes the clinical onset of multiple sclerosis (MS), potentially paving the way for early diagnosis and treatment. Their study found that 10% of MS patients displayed a unique set of autoantibodies against both human proteins and common […]
Category: Multiple Sclerosis
Household Chemicals Linked to Brain Health Risks
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Summary: Certain household chemicals, including those found in personal-care products and furniture, pose a risk to brain health, potentially contributing to diseases like multiple sclerosis and autism. The study reveals that these chemicals damage oligodendrocytes, essential cells for nerve cell protection. Key findings include the identification of harmful organophosphate […]
Light therapy could be a promising non-drug treatment option for multiple sclerosis-related fatigue
Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is almost always accompanied by fatigue, a massive tiredness that is described by the vast majority of patients as the most distressing symptom. In a recent scientific study, a research group led by Stefan Seidel from the Department of Neurology at MedUni Vienna and AKH Vienna […]
The Top 10 Neuroscience Stories of 2022
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From discoveries about the origins of multiple sclerosis to a potential new drug for Alzheimer’s disease – it has been a busy 2022 for the brain. After another huge year in neuroscience, we review 10 of the most important developments in the field. 1. Multiple Sclerosis Is Likely Caused […]
A Connection Between Diabetes Medications and Multiple Sclerosis
Summary: People over the age of 45 who use anti-hyperglycemic medications to control their Type 2 diabetes are at increased risk of developing multiple sclerosis. However, those who are under 45 and take anti-hyperglycemic medications are at reduced risk of MS. Source: University of Arizona A new University of […]
A Connection Between Diabetes Medications and Multiple Sclerosis
Summary: People over the age of 45 who use anti-hyperglycemic medications to control their Type 2 diabetes are at increased risk of developing multiple sclerosis. However, those who are under 45 and take anti-hyperglycemic medications are at reduced risk of MS. Source: University of Arizona A new University of […]
Changing Treatment Can Help Multiple Sclerosis Patients
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Summary: The number of relapses in patients with relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis was better controlled and symptoms of disability were stabilized or improved when patients who discontinued fingolimod changed to either ocrelizumab or natalizumab. Source: Monash University Monash University researchers have used the world’s largest multiple sclerosis (MS) registry, MSBase, […]
Changing Treatment Can Help Multiple Sclerosis Patients
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Summary: The number of relapses in patients with relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis was better controlled and symptoms of disability were stabilized or improved when patients who discontinued fingolimod changed to either ocrelizumab or natalizumab. Source: Monash University Monash University researchers have used the world’s largest multiple sclerosis (MS) registry, MSBase, […]
Dozens of Gut Bacteria Associated With Multiple Sclerosis
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Summary: Researchers reveal significant differences in gut bacteria in patients with multiple sclerosis compared to those without the autoimmune disease. The study also uncovered novel mechanisms by which the bacteria may influence the disease. Source: UCSF An international research consortium led by UC San Francisco scientists has shown significant […]
Multiple Sclerosis Drug Works in a Surprising Way
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Summary: Interferon betas, a class of drugs commonly prescribed to those with multiple sclerosis reduces the binding of zinc, C-peptide, and albumin to red blood cells. Source: ACS Drugs called interferon betas are common treatments for multiple sclerosis (MS), reducing relapses and slowing motor function decline. Interferon beta, a […]