Multiple Sclerosis (MS)

Getting a precise diagnosis is the first step to developing a personalized plan of care. Using the most-advanced technologies, the neurology teams at our AdventHealth network of hospitals will guide you through the process, answering all of your questions, and responding to all of your concerns with kindness and clarity. Your screening begins with a conversation about your medical and family history and may include the following tests:

• Blood Test
• Evoked Potential Tests to Track Electrical Signals from Your Nervous System
• Imaging Tests Like CT Scans or MRIs
• Neurological Screening
• Physical Exam
• Spinal Tap

Your diagnosis of multiple sclerosis brought up a thousand questions. We want to empower you with answers. MS is a progressive condition that disrupts the flow of information within the brain and between the brain and body. The symptoms of MS can be different for each person, including:

• Bladder and Bowel Problems
• Clumsiness or Lack of Coordination
• Dizziness
• Fatigue
• Heart-Related Problems
• Muscle Spasms
• Numbness and Tingling
• Optic Neuritis and Other Eye Problems
• Speech Problems
• Tremors
• Trouble Walking

Every person is different. Your MS symptoms will be different, too. We’ll work with you to identify your symptoms, put a name to your pain, and find a way forward. A life of joy, love, and wellness is within reach.

You are embarking on an unexpected journey, along an unknown path. One thing you can know for sure: many of the brightest minds in research are working on a cure for MS and advancements in treatments are on the rise. We stay abreast of innovative research and leading-edge therapies, so we can offer you the best hope for continued mobility and a happy, active life ahead.

We're here for you with information, reassurance, and innovative neurology treatments to manage your symptoms. Our whole-person approach to care focuses on reducing inflammation, slowing the progression of the disease, and easing MS symptoms while providing care for your emotional and spiritual health. Multiple sclerosis treatments can include:

• Anti-Fatigue Medication
• Beta Interferons
• Corticosteroids
• Immunosuppressants
• IV Therapy or Infusions
• Muscle Relaxants
• Physical Therapy

Exceptional care is about more than just treating the physical symptoms of MS. We also aim to ease your mind and lift your spirit, so you can approach this journey with hope, courage, and strength. Your future is bright. Let us help light the way.