Pregnancy may delay the onset of multiple sclerosis (MS) by more than three years, scientists have found. A study of 3,600 women found women who were pregnant developed the condition on average 3.3 years later than their counterparts. Multiple sclerosis is a debilitating condition which has symptoms including loss of mobility, sight problems, tiredness and excruciating pain. Dr Vilija Jokubaitis, who led the study, said the delay may have been caused by changes in women's DNA during pregnancy. Within the first year of treatment, patients were having fewer flare-ups and their blood work showed far fewer signs of inflammation.

Source: Daily Mail September 14, 2020 15:01 UTC