Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a complex autoimmune disease affecting the central nervous system. The common symptoms of multiple sclerosis include numbness or weakness in limbs, tingling, electric-shock-like sensations with neck movements, lack of coordination, partial or complete vision loss with eye pain, prolonged double vision, blurry vision, and vertigo.
In terms of frequency for every lakh population, multiple sclerosis tops the list of commonly affected rare diseases in India affecting an estimated 90 people per one lakh population, according to the Indian Organization for Rare Diseases. While its exact causes remain unclear, various factors may contribute to its development. With today’s lifestyle choices, it has been observed that diet may also play a critical role in the onset on MS.
