Multiple sclerosis treatments delay progression of the disease

(University of Melbourne) An international study finds multiple sclerosis treatments have long-term benefits, and that early treatment is important. The Royal Melbourne Hospital and University of Melbourne-led study is the first to provide evidence that the currently available therapies can delay progression of disability in Multiple Sclerosis. It showed that early treatment -- particularly within five years of onset -- delayed the secondary progressive stage of MS, which is characterised by an ongoing increase of disability.
Source: EurekAlert! - Medicine and Health - Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: news