High work absence around time of diagnosis of multiple sclerosis is associated with fatigue and relapse rate

ConclusionPrevalence of work absence is high in early MS. Patients with high work absence report a lower HRQoL and a higher disease impact. High work absence is associated with being single/not married, fatigue and relapses. Interventions aimed at fatigue and prevention of relapses may help maintain employment in early MS.
Source: Multiple Sclerosis and Related Disorders - Category: Neurology Source Type: research