Multiple sclerosis: blood test that tracks immune response

[Prot]

An estimated Only registered and activated users can see links., Click Here To Register... worldwide have multiple sclerosis (MS). This autoimmune condition is the result of the immune system damaging parts of the nerves in the brain and spinal cord, which can lead to problems with movement, vision, balance and sensation.

While many MS symptoms can be managed, there’s currently no way to cure or prevent the condition. This is due to the complex immune response that leads to this disease. But a Only registered and activated users can see links., Click Here To Register... recently developed by me and my colleagues has allowed us to estimate the strength of the immune response in people with MS.

This finding may not only bring us one step closer to understanding the causes of MS, but to developing better treatments for the condition.

Researchers still aren’t entirely sure what exactly causes MS. But a growing body of evidence suggests the main driver of the condition is Only registered and activated users can see links., Click Here To Register... (also known as glandular fever or infectious mononucleosis).

[Virginia]

Tim, there has been information about Epstein Barr virus for years. I didn't know it was still in play as a possible cause for MS. However, I had not heard of a blood test that might determine the strength of the immune system to any virus or anything. Would be good to have that information, it might lead to other things being discovered.

[agate]

There's been a revival of interest in the connection between EBV and MS recently, I've noticed.

I'm puzzled though. If 90% of the population tests positive for EBV, I'm not sure how far we're getting by exploring the connection with MS. But no stone should be left unturned.

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Thank you for posting this, Tim!