Publication Date

Spring 4-29-2025

Document Type

Student Project

First Advisor

Uhr, Stephanie

Degree Name

B.S. (Bachelor of Science)

Department

School of Nursing

Abstract

Multiple Sclerosis is defined as an autoimmune disorder of the central nervous system being attacked by the immune system leading to the destruction of the protective myelin cells around nerves according to Cleveland Clinic. Pregnancy wages a high level of stress on the female body with changes in regulation of many body systems, stress is one of the major precursors to having a “flare-up” of symptoms of MS, and women are three times more likely than men to experience multiple sclerosis. Assumptions would suggest that pregnancy with MS would cause constant experience of symptoms including pain and loss of ability to use senses or movement. A literature review was performed to determine a clear picture of current research on the impact pregnancy has on multiple sclerosis. Studies have found that during pregnancy, women with MS can experience significantly less symptoms and “flare-ups” than they would while not being pregnant.

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