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Multiple sclerosis is a mysterious, often frustrating disease. Learn what scientists know about MS -- what seems to trigger it, and its affect on the nervous system.

What Is Multiple Sclerosis?

What makes the body’s own immune system cause damage to healthy nerves? Click here to learn more about MS and its effect on the brain and spinal cord.

Causes

Genetics, the environment, even viruses may play a role in who gets MS. Learn about risks. Click here.

Advanced Reading: What Causes Multiple Sclerosis?

For an in-depth explanation of MS, the immune system, and genetics, click here.

Lots of viruses have been implicated as triggers for autoimmune diseases. But what about MS? This link takes you to a web site that explains.

Are You at Risk?

Researchers are gaining a better understanding of genetics and MS. Read what current research shows.

ENABLEX is a prescription medicine used in adults to treat the following symptoms due to a condition called overactive bladder:

  • · having a strong need to go to the bathroom right away (also called "urgency")
  • · leaks or wetting accidents (also called "urinary incontinence")
  • · having to go to the bathroom too often (also called "urinary frequency")

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

You should not take once-daily ENABLEX if you have certain types of stomach problems, glaucoma, or have trouble emptying your bladder. Side effects of ENBLEX include blurred vision, and more commonly dry mouth, constipation, indigestion, and abdominal pain. Use caution when doing certain activities until you know how ENBALEX affects you.

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