Batting For MS
by the MS Society (SA & NT Division)
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About MS
MS stands for Multiple Sclerosis, a disease of the central nervous system affecting more young adult Australians than any other neurological condition.Who gets MS?
People are typically diagnosed in their twenties and thirties, with the average age of diagnosis 30. Interestingly three times more women are affected by MS than men and it is more common in cooler climates. In Australia, over 18,000 people currently have MS, however this figure is increasing as diagnosis methods become more advanced.
What are typical symptoms of MS?
Symptoms of MS are unpredictable and change from person to person, and from time to time in the same person. They may include tiredness, blurry vision, loss of balance and muscle coordination, slurred speech, difficulty walking, short-term memory loss, tingling and numbness or in severe cases tremors and paralysis.
Can MS be cured?
MS is a lifelong disease for which a cure is yet to be found. However, doctors and scientists are making discoveries in treating and understanding MS everyday and research to find a cure is very encouraging. While supporting this search for a cure, The MS Society also provides information and advice on the treatments available, which means people with MS can better manage their symptoms.
What else does The MS Society do?
The MS Society provides programs and choices to people with MS including a commodation support services, attendant care in private homes, involvement with regional centres and country link programs. These services are vital to maintain the independence and dignity of people with MS.
Find out more about multiple sclerosis: watch a video about multiple sclerosis., or visit the MS Society website.
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