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Demyelinating disease

Overview

Demyelinating disease is any condition that damages the myelin sheath. This sheath protects the brain and spinal nerves. The condition causes nerve inflammation. As a result, nerve impulses may slow or stop.

Symptoms

Symptoms include vision loss, muscle weakness, and loss of sensation.

Treatments

Medications and physical therapy can manage symptoms.

Last Updated: June 13th, 2017

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