multiple sclerosis can somebody please...

[BUBBLE GUM]

...explain:(? I did some research on it online seems like no one knows where it came from.. got the news from my doctor today that i had it.. i lost my vision in my right eye 6/06 they said my my optive nerve was swallon and that effect my vision.. so anyways if you could me some more info of the diesase i would really appreacte thanks:( should i tell my family?

[avinash gautam]

Multiple sclerosis (abbreviated MS, formerly known as disseminated sclerosis or encephalomyelitis disseminata) is a chronic, inflammatory, demyelinating disease that affects the central nervous system (CNS). Almost all documented neurological symptoms can accompany the disease, among them, extreme fatigue, changes in sensation, visual impairment, muscle weakness, depression, difficulties with coordination and speech, cognitive dysfunction, problems with balance, urinary difficulties, constipation, sexual dysfunction, spasticity and pain. For many people with MS, a small rise in body temperature, such as caused by a hot bath or day, results in a temporary worsening of symptoms. During the relapsing-remitting phase of the disease (RRMS) most symptoms resolve to some extent, often completely, within four to six weeks.