US Medical Term · conditions
Multiple Sclerosis
Esclerosis Múltiple
In 9 languages
| Language | Term |
|---|---|
| English | Multiple Sclerosis |
| Spanish (Español) | Esclerosis Múltiple |
| Chinese (中文) | 多發性硬化症 |
| Korean (한국어) | 다발성 경화증 |
| Vietnamese (Tiếng Việt) | Bệnh đa xơ cứng |
| Filipino (Tagalog) | Multiple Sclerosis |
| Portuguese (Português) | Esclerose Múltipla |
| Thai (ภาษาไทย) | โรคปลอกประสาทเสื่อมแข็ง |
| Japanese (日本語) | 多発性硬化症 |
What it means
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic disease of the central nervous system in which the immune system attacks the protective myelin sheath covering nerve fibers, disrupting signals between the brain and body. Symptoms vary widely and may include numbness, weakness, vision problems, fatigue, balance issues, and cognitive changes. MS often presents in relapsing-remitting episodes. It affects more women than men and typically appears between ages 20 and 50. While there is no cure, disease-modifying therapies can reduce relapses and slow progression, and rehabilitation helps maintain daily function.
How to say it
Sentences a patient might use with a doctor, nurse, pharmacist, or insurer:
I have multiple sclerosis and I am experiencing a relapse with new weakness in my legs.
Tengo esclerosis múltiple y estoy experimentando una recaída con nueva debilidad en las piernas.
My MS causes extreme fatigue that limits my daily activities.
Mi esclerosis múltiple me causa fatiga extrema que limita mis actividades diarias.
I need a referral to a neurologist who specializes in multiple sclerosis.
Necesito una referencia a un neurólogo especialista en esclerosis múltiple.
Where you'll see it
Related ICD-10-CM category
G35 Multiple sclerosisRelated terms
Sources
Last reviewed: September 2026