Common Symptoms of Multiple Sclerosis
Part of the Body | Examples | |
|---|---|---|
Nerves (affecting sensation) | Numbness Tingling A reduced sense of touch Pain or burning Itching | |
Eyes | Partial or complete loss of vision and pain in one eye Dim or blurred vision Inability to see when looking straight ahead Uncoordinated eye movements | |
Genital organs | Difficulty reaching orgasm Lack of sensation in the genital area In men, erectile dysfunction | |
Muscles and coordination | Weakness and clumsiness Difficulty walking or maintaining balance Uncoordinated movements Stiffness, unsteadiness, and unusual fatigue | |
Intestine and bladder | Problems controlling urination and bowel movements Constipation | |
Speech | Slow, slurred, and hesitant speech | |
Mood | Mood swings Inappropriate elation or giddiness (euphoria) Inability to control emotions (for example, crying or laughing without reason) | |
Mental function | Subtle or obvious mental impairment Memory loss Poor judgment Inattention | |
Other | ||