- This disorder is caused by damage to the myelin sheath, which is a protective covering that surrounds neurons.
- Its main symptoms are tingling, lack of sensitivity, balance difficulty, involuntary tremor, loss of vision, fatigue, rigidity and spasticity.
- In Mexico, it is estimated that around 20,000 people between the ages of 20 and 35 have multiple sclerosis.
The multiple sclerosis It is an autoimmune disease that occurs when the body’s immune system attacks healthy tissues1. According to the Ministry of Health (SSa), in Mexico around 20,000 people between the ages of 20 and 35 suffer from it. Despite the above, there are still many doubts and unknowns.
This disorder affects the brain and spinal cord, which generates interruption in the communication between the brain and the body. By degrading the covering that protects the nerves, impulses of this nature decrease or may even stop.
With this in mind, below we share the basic facts about multiple sclerosis that everyone should know. From its main symptoms to the recommended diet to reduce risks.
Causes of the disease
Multiple sclerosis is most often diagnosed between the ages of 20 and 40, but can actually be seen at any age. It is caused by damage to the myelin sheath, a protective covering that surrounds neurons. When affected, it causes a negative impact on the nerves.
Main symptoms that patients develop
Some of the main symptoms that patients develop are: tingling, lack of sensation, balance difficulty, involuntary tremor, loss of vision, fatigue, stiffness and spasticity (tense and stiff muscles).
Type of diet recommended to reduce risks
Recently, studies have been published that focus on understanding the role of gut microbiota in the prevention and control of multiple sclerosis. They have identified that a healthy diet, rich in fruits and fibers could be ideal for the prevention of the disease. However, research continues to be carried out globally to find out the best options to prevent and treat it.
Fecal transplant as a possible alternative
Fecal transplantation consists of introducing the feces of a healthy person into the digestive tract of a patient with the aim of reconstituting their intestinal microbiota. In this way, the healthy bacteria that arrive can fight those that could be harming the subject’s health.
It is important to remember that the first modern fecal transplants were performed in the 1950s to fight infection by Clostridium difficile. It is a bacterium that takes advantage of the microbial imbalance produced by an antibiotic treatment to proliferate in the intestinal flora.
Curing different diseases with feces is something that is increasingly present in the scientific investigations. Although it is not totally clear, it is a fact that specialists continue to advance on the subject.
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