Multiple Sclerosis Diagnosis

Multiple sclerosis must be distinguished from other conditions to reach a diagnosis. Learn about the tests your doctor will perform and next steps so you can be better prepared.
Imaging technician talks to person about to have MRI
Multiple Sclerosis Diagnosis: How to Test for MS
A neurologist discusses a person's MRI scan result with them
Steps to Getting an MS Diagnosis
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Why Is Multiple Sclerosis Misdiagnosis So Common?
Imaging technician talks to person about to have MRI
How Radiology Is Used to Diagnose Multiple Sclerosis
Healthcare provider discusses symptoms and tests with person who may have MS or RA
Multiple Sclerosis vs. Rheumatoid Arthritis: What Are the Differences?
Doctor discusses diagnosis with patient
MS vs. Ankylosing Spondylitis: What Are the Differences?
Laboratory professionals doing blood tests
Can MS Be Diagnosed Through Blood Tests?
Multiple Sclerosis Functional Composite Measures MS Disability
What Is the Multiple Sclerosis Functional Composite?
Worsening Mobility May Be a Sign of MS Progression
Self-Assessment of Multiple Sclerosis Symptoms
Doctor helping patient with MRI scan
What to Know About the Multiple Sclerosis Diagnostic Criteria
Female doctor explaining good test results to her disabled patient in a wheelchair
Muscular Dystrophy vs. Multiple Sclerosis
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An Overview of Relapsing-Remitting Multiple Sclerosis
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An Overview of Secondary Progressive Multiple Sclerosis (SPMS)
Man suffering from primary progressive multiple sclerosis standing near steps
Primary Progressive Multiple Sclerosis (PPMS) and Its Symptoms and Treatment
Doctor and patient using digital tablet in office
Differences Between Lupus and MS
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What Is the JC Virus Antibody Test?
Am I Having A Multiple Sclerosis Relapse?
Understanding Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Relapses
patient undergoing MRI
MRI Contrast Side Effects in Multiple Sclerosis