Term
| MS Disease Course (4 types) |
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Definition
Relapsing-remitting (most common)
Secondary progressive
Primary progressive
Progressive-Relapsing |
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Term
MS - Immunomodulators
used for relapse-remitting & 2ndary-progressive MS |
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Definition
Reduces severity and frequency of symptoms
Suppresses auto-immune myelin destruction (decreases lesions) |
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Term
| MS - Potassium Channel Blockers |
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Definition
Increases nerve conduction
Specifically designed to aid in ambulation. |
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Term
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Definition
| Aids in exacerbations by decreasing inflammation in brain. |
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Term
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Definition
| Activates receptors to norepinephrine increasing alertness and memory |
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Term
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Definition
| Anti-epileptic medication used for neuropathic pain. |
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