Testing for MS – Neurological Exam
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Neurological exams play a key role in diagnosing MS. These exams help neurologists evaluate how well your central nervous system is working. MS can damage the protective coating around nerves called myelin, slowing down signals and causing symptoms like muscle weakness or numbness.
During the exam, a neurologist will check your reflexes, balance, coordination, and other functions to pinpoint where your symptoms might be coming from. While this test alone can’t confirm MS, it’s an important first step in the diagnostic process.
This animation is part of the Testing for MS series, created for the World MS Day, My MS Diagnosis campaign.
Published: 2025
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