Treating And Managing Multiple Sclerosis

4. Disease-Modifying Therapies

Disease-modifying therapies, or DMTs, are treatments that can reduce relapses in multiple sclerosis, as well as lower the severity of these. In addition, these can also slow down the progression of the disease. Early use of these treatments may help avoid permanent damage to the nervous system. They could also lessen the chance of developing new lesions in the brain and spinal cord. However, DMTs can have side effects, and some of these could bring about serious adverse reactions. Using these medications should be closely monitored, and they should be stopped immediately if the side effects become intolerable. Also make sure to consult your doctor first before taking any DMTs.