The Impact of Relapses on Pain and Quality of Life in Patients with Multiple Sclerosis Treated with Corticosteroids
Martin Rakusa,
Jeremy Chataway,
Todd A. Hardy
Abstract:Background: We assessed the prevalence and risks associated with pain during and after a multiple sclerosis (MS) relapse, and the impact of pain on quality of life (QoL), in MS patients. Methods: 117 patients suffering an acute MS relapse were evaluated with clinician- and patient-reported outcomes, including the expanded disability status scale (EDSS), Multiple Sclerosis Impact Scale (MSIS-29), and MS Walking scale-12 (MSWS-12). Relapse-related pain was assessed via the short-form 36 (SF-36) questionnaire upo… Show more
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