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Multiple sclerosis
Alternative Names: MS Text Continues Below Symptoms: weakness of one or more extremities paralysis of one or more extremities tremor of one or more extremities muscle spasticity (uncontrollable spasm of muscle groups) muscle atrophy movement, dysfunctional - slowly progressive; beginning in the legs numbness or abnormal sensation in any area tingling facial pain extremity pain loss of vision -- usually affects one eye at a time double vision eye discomfort uncontrollable rapid eye movements eye symptoms worsen on movement of the eyes decreased coordination loss of balance decreased ability to control small or intricate movements walking/gait abnormalities muscle spasms (especially in the legs) dizziness vertigo urinary hesitancy, difficult to begin urinating strong urge to urinate (urinary urgency) frequent need to urinate (urinary frequency) incontinence (leakage of urine, loss of control over urination) decreased memory decreased spontaneity decreased judgment loss of ability to think abstractly loss of ability to generalize depression decreased attention span slurred speech difficulty speaking or understanding speech fatigue, tired easily Additional symptoms that may be associated with this disease: constipation hearing loss positive Babinski's reflex Note: Symptoms may vary with each attack. They may last days to months, then reduce or disappear, then recur periodically. With each recurrence, the symptoms are different as new areas are affected. Fever can trigger or worsen attacks, as can hot baths, sun exposure, and stress. Page:  1 | 2 | Next >>