Research Explains Why MS Patients Benefit from Stem Cell Transplants
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a disorder where an individual’s immune system begins attacking the myelin, a protective sheath that protects the nerve fibers. In doing so, the communication signals between the brain and the rest of the body are impacted. An estimated 1 million U.S. citizens live with MS, with most of them receiving their diagnosis between the ages of 20 and 50. MS usually includes symptoms such as pain, permanent fatigue, paralysis, vision problems, muscle spasms and stiffness, and problems with cognitive functioning. Although there is currently no cure for multiple sclerosis, stem-cell treatments have proven to be quite…
