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It is estimated that women get MS approximately twice as often as men. However, men are in no way immune to the disease. Though no one is sure why women are more likely to be afflicted, there are studies ongoing to determine the possible link to the genetic differences inherent in males and females.
Studies suggest that women with MS often have a variation of a gene that produces high levels of interferon gamma, a protein in the body which can promote inflammation and tissue damage. This is but one study looking into the impact of gender and is not conclusive.
Famous men with MS include Montell Williams, Clay Walker (country singer), Richard Cohen (Author and husband of Meredith Veira) and NeilCavuto (cable news anchor).
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Is multiple sclerosis common in females?
Multiple sclerosis onset usually occurs in young adults, and it is more common in women.
Who is likely to get Multiple Sclerosis?
Usually women but more likely when pregnant
What is a progressive autoimmune disorder characterized by inflammation that causes demyelination?
Multiple sclerosis
Does multiple sclerosis affect more males or females?
It occurs in both men and women, but more women have the disease.
What disease did Michelle Obama's father have?
multiple sclerosis
What medical disorder in which the myelin in the CNS has been destroyed?
Multiple sclerosis affects the myelin sheath.
What has the author Michel Geffard written?
Michel Geffard has written: 'Multiple sclerosis' -- subject(s): Multiple sclerosis, Multiple Sclerosis
What has the author William A Sheremata written?
William A. Sheremata has written: '100 questions & answers about multiple sclerosis' -- subject(s): Multiple sclerosis '100 questions and answers about multiple sclerosis' -- subject(s): Miscellanea, Multiple sclerosis, Popular works, Popular Works, Multiple Sclerosis
When was Multiple Sclerosis Foundation created?
Multiple Sclerosis Foundation was created in 1986.
When was Multiple Sclerosis Trust created?
Multiple Sclerosis Trust was created in 1993.
Which autoimmune disease affects the nervous sytem?
Multiple Sclerosis
What system is involved with multiple sclerosis?
Multiple sclerosis affects the nervous system.
