Multiple sclersois and driving please?
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hi jo.i have ms and still drive ive had it for 4 years now.i have ppms.it depends how it affects you.i do now drive an automatic car which i find easier.i tend to be allright when im sat down its only when i stand up im bad.you answered question for me bout half hour ago.i live in south wales.take care.
Multiple sclerosis or MS is a disease that affects the brain and spinal cord resulting in loss of muscle control, vision, balance, and sensation (such as numbness). With MS, the nerves of the brain and spinal cord are damaged by one's own immune system. Thus, the condition is called an autoimmune disease.
Autoimmune diseases are those whereby the body's immune system, which normally targets and destroys substances foreign to the body such as bacteria, mistakenly attacks normal tissues. In MS, the immune system attacks the brain and spinal cord, the two components of the central nervous system. Other autoimmune diseases include lupus and rheumatoid arthritis.
The central nervous system is made up of nerves that act as the body's messenger system. Each nerve is covered by a fatty substance called myelin, which insulates the nerves and helps in the transmission of nerve impulses, or messages, between the brain and other parts of the body. These messages control muscle movements, such as walking and talking.
Yes what is it that you want to know? Is it about your multiple sclerosis or about your driving>?
If I was diagnosed with MS I would seek a second opinion-as it is often a misdiagnosis. I would imagine serious cases wouldnt be allowed to drive,less serious cases it may be ok-
best to check with a doctor & dvla
If you're asking can you drive, it all depends on the state of the disease. The doctor would make the recommendation if you shouldn't drive. You might find this useful: http://www.direct.gov.uk/en/motoring/dri...
If it's any reassurance, we have a good friend and neighbour who's had the disease for years, it hasn't progressed and she's still driving perfectly legally and safely.
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