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What is the gene for MS?
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HLA DRB1*1501
HLA DRB1*04:01 on chromosome 6p21 |
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What type of MRI should you order if looking for MS?
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T1 with and without contrast, T2, FLAIR (fluid attenuated inversion recovery), STIR (short T1 inversion recovery).
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What is the EDSS? What does a score of 6.0 indicate?
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At what level on the Extended Disability Status Scale do you require an assistive device for mobility?
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How should PsMS exercise?
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30 minutes per time, aerobic 2 days/week, strength 2 days/week. Reps 10-15. Rest 1 day in between.
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What is Uhthoff's phenomenon?
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A transient loss/decrease of vision with increased temperature/exercise is known as what?
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What is the "MS hug"?
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A feeling of tightness/burning/tingling across the ribs in PsMS is known as what?
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The Pace Auditory Serial Addition Test and Symbol Digit Modality Test measure what?
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Name two tests of processing speed in PwMS?
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Where is the lesion in a patient with pseudobulbar affect?
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Cortico-pontine-cerebellar circuit is damaged in what disorder?
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What is the treatment for pseudo-bulbar affect?
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Dextromethorphan and low-dose quinine can be helpful in what disorder?
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Which medications are used in pregnant MS patients?
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Glatiramir acetate, prednisone/methylprednisolone/prednisolone can be used in what population?
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