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Multiple Sclerosis


Related Terms


  • Disseminated Multiple Sclerosis
  • Disseminated Sclerosis
  • MS

Differential Diagnoses


Specialists


  • Clinical Psychologist
  • Internal Medicine Physician
  • Neurologist
  • Occupational Therapist
  • Ophthalmologist
  • Physiatrist
  • Physical Therapist
  • Psychiatrist
  • Urologist

Comorbid Conditions


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Factors Influencing Duration


Factors that influence disability include response to treatment, the severity and frequency of symptoms and exacerbations, the degree of recovery from exacerbations, and any pre-existing mental or physical problems.
The individual's specific work duties and requirements will also affect the length of disability.

Medical Codes


ICD-9-CM:
340 - Multiple Sclerosis

Complications


Complications include those related to symptoms such as extreme fatigue, deteriorating general health, urinary incontinence or frequent urinary tract infections, constipation or bowel incontinence, skin ulceration, painful muscle spasms and stiffness, paralysis, and depression or other mental health problems. Although MS is not in itself fatal, those who are severely disabled may die from the complications of being bedridden, including recurrent infections such as pneumonia, blood clot in the lungs (pulmonary embolism), infected open areas of the skin, and suicide.

Source: Medical Disability Advisor






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