Which statement is true about multiple sclerosis? (Select all that apply). a. The myelin sheath covering...

Which statement is true about multiple sclerosis? (Select all that apply).

a. The myelin sheath covering the nerves is destroyed

b. It is marked by remissions and exacerbations

c. It can affect adults 20 - 50 years of age

d. It is relatively easy to diagnose

e. The course of the disease is very predictable

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a : The myelin sheath covering the nerve is destroyed .

Explanation : multiple sclerosis is most common demyelinating disease , myelin sheath destroy by inflammation and injury .

b : it is marked by remission and exacerbation.

Explanation : renission and exacerbation of multiple sclerosis are the early onset of symptoms of multiple sclerosis .

c : it can affects adults 20 to 50 years of age .

Explanation : it can affect mostly 20 to 50 years of age but it can also seen in any age .

- option d and e are false as its diagnosis takes longer and is complex , and its course is unpredictable .

Nightingale answered 1 year ago

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