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Welcome to Understanding MS, your online resource for multiple sclerosis information. Multiple sclerosis is a disease of the central nervous system that is usually first diagnosed in young adults. Understanding MS offers people living with multiple sclerosis and their families and friends comprehensive yet clear information about MS symptoms, diagnosis and treatment. Join experts as they review multiple sclerosis symptoms, treatment options and treatment issues. See how people living with multiple sclerosis communicate with their healthcare providers and seek support to learn how to achieve a high quality of life.
Multiple Sclerosis information on this site is supported through an educational grant from MS Active Source, an educational initiative of Biogen Idec.
- Approximately 400,000 Americans are living with multiple sclerosis.
- Multiple Sclerosis is usually diagnosed between the ages of 20 and 50.
- Multiple Sclerosis affects twice as many women as men.