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 What is MS?  

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is an incapacitating disease caused due to unusual immune response in the body. The immune system damages the nervous system, mainly myelin. Myelin is the insulation around nerves which ensures signals are received and sent by the brain properly. Once it is damaged, many symptoms may appear, including:

• Tingling and numbness in the arms and legs
• Tiredness
• weakness
• Nerve pain
• blurred vision
• dizziness

When you started having symptoms of MS, you must visit a doctor to know what was wrong. General practitioners are skilled to diagnose MS and they have diverse knowledge to determine what’s making you ill and what further action should be taken. Your doctor will refer you to a neurologist once they review your neurological symptoms.

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Role of MS specialist: 

MS specialist is a neurologist, focus on ins and outs of the disease. They are highly skilled and qualified and always remain updated with the latest treatments.  A MS specialist can offer many benefits that a normal physician can’t offer. They focus only on the healing of Multiple sclerosis, a specialist:

• keeps track of medical trials and the MS treatment options
• is highly skilled in treating MS patients
• has professional knowledge on the topic of diagnosis and quality of life
• has seen a lot of MS patients, and has treated almost all symptoms

Searching a MS Specialist

If you are planning to consult a MS specialist, make a well-versed decision. First think what you want in a doctor. Things to consider while finding a MS specialist:

• What is your own stand on treatments? Are you looking for a doctor who goes for insistent treatments or one who believes in “wait and watch” method?
• Which one you prefer? Being close to the doctor in case of emergency, or searching the best fit, despite travel requirements?

You can easily find a MS center in any part of the world; you will be benefited from a team of skilled specialists, nurses, and other supporting staff. In Anchorage, Alaska also, there are many good hospitals specializing in MS treatment.

Never forget that MS is a lifelong disease; so instead of looking for a ‘typical’ doctor look for a partner or friend for the long haul.

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