Video: The science of multiple sclerosis By Mayo Clinic Staff Share Facebook Twitter Print details Did you know that MS is more than one disease? Or that treatment should be tailored to a person's symptoms and stage of multiple sclerosis? Watch for 5 discoveries Mayo Clinic neurologists believe hold promise in the quest to help people with MS. Show transcript The science of multiple sclerosis MS is more than one disease. Subtypes affect different parts of the nervous system and require tailored treatment approaches. MS isn't always MS. Other diseases can mimic the symptoms of MS. Careful diagnosis is critical. Tailored therapy is the key. Matching treatment to symptoms, type and stage of MS can prevent relapse and slow progression. Our own immune systems may provide a key. There's promise in personalized diagnosis and treatment based on immune system markers. Research discoveries never stop. Scientists are looking at genes and lifestyle to learn what puts some people at higher risk. Guidance from the experts at Mayo Clinic.Get more healthy action tips delivered daily when you download the Mayo Clinic App. Show references Olek JM, et al. Evaluation and diagnosis of multiple sclerosis in adults. https://www.uptodate.com/contents/search. Accessed Feb. 18, 2019. Olek MJ. Treatment of progressive multiple sclerosis in adults. https://www.uptodate.com/contents/search. Accessed Feb. 18, 2019. Olek MJ. Disease modifying treatment of relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis in adults. https://www.uptodate.com/contents/search. Accessed Feb. 18, 2019. Multiple sclerosis information page. National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke. https://www.ninds.nih.gov/Disorders/All-Disorders/Multiple-Sclerosis-Information-Page. Accessed Feb. 17, 2019. Research news and progress. National Multiple Sclerosis Society. https://www.nationalmssociety.org/Research/Research-News-Progress. Accessed Feb. 19, 2019. VID-20466647