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Background to ResearchIf MS is ever to become a thing of the past, it is essential that we further our knowledge and understanding of the disease. But research isn't just about finding a cure.Many questions about MS remain unanswered. We do not even know what triggers the disease in the first place. Research is therefore vital to find ways to stop the disease, to find new treatments for symptoms and ultimately to find a cure. But there's more to research than finding new drugs or treatments. A lot of research aims to find ways to help people to cope better, to manage their symptoms more effectively and to live their lives as fully as possible. Here are some of the major questions MS research is trying to address.   Finding the Causes of MSHow do genes increase a person's susceptibility to MS? How could infection with a virus or bacteria lead to myelin damage? Can variations in diet explain the geographical spread of MS? Finding Ways to Stop the Progression of MSIs beta-interferon more effective in combination with other drugs? Does it continue to be beneficial in the long-term, and for whom? How are nerves damaged in MS? How can damage to myelin and nerves be repaired? Finding the Best Ways to Alleviate MS SymptomsWhat are the benefits of complementary therapies in MS? What are the benefits of different forms of physiotherapy? What changes in daily routine help people to cope with their symptoms? Finding Ways to Improve Services to Better Meet the Needs of People with MSWhat information do people need when they are first diagnosed? What are the benefits of MS nurses? What are the factors that influence the quality of life of people with MS? How can a multidisciplinary approach to care best be achieved? |
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