Summary: SPECIAL GUEST: Dr. Sondra M. De Antonio, Neurologist, on behalf of the National MS Society of America. WEBSITE:www.nationalMSsociety.org/pae What is Multiple Sclerosis?: Multiple sclerosis (or MS) is a chronic, often disabling disease that attacks the central nervous system (CNS), which is made up of the brain, spinal cord, and optic nerves. Symptoms may be mild, such as numbness in the limbs, or severe, such as paralysis or loss of vision. The progress, severity, and specific symptoms of MS are unpredictable and vary from one person to another. Today, new treatments and advances in research are giving new hope to people affected by the disease. Tune in to learn more.
