Multiple sclerosis: An unpredictable disease

An early diagnosis for multiple sclerosis can be easily missed as it is a rare disease and symptoms can sometimes be non-specific or mimic other more common medical conditions.

SHARIFAH was 18 years old when she was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS). She has had a few minor relapses or acute attacks since diagnosis was confirmed by her neurologist. She has opted not to be on treatment in spite of being aware that her disease could take a severe turn.