Multiple Sclerosis is caused when myelin, that forms a protective covering over the nerves, is damaged. Multiple sclerosis cognitive impairment or MS cognitive impairment is a symptom of Multiple Sclerosis. Myelin helps with the faster transmission of signals from the brain to the nerves. When myelin is damaged, it is unable to transmit the signals. This eventually causes the nerves to wither away which in turn causes symptoms such as Multiple sclerosis cognitive impairment or MS cognitive impairment.

 

What does MS cognitive impairment result in?

 

The effects of Multiple Sclerosis cognitive impairment is not the same for everyone afflicted with MS. However, most people will experience one the following, though it may vary in intensity or duration:

  • A patient with ms cognitive impairment may feel overwhelmed if a task seems complex. It becomes very difficult to organize thoughts to perform such a task. They often feel stumped when they try to work their way around a problem. This can impact the ability to judge in a negative manner.
  • Short term memory loss is another symptom of Multiple Sclerosis Cognitive Impairment. The patient can forget why he or she just walked into a store, would not be able to remember if he or she has taken the pills or not and might even repeat what he or she might have just said.
  • Another common symptom is unable to pay attention. The patient can get easily distracted and will be unable to keep their mind on a task. Something like cooking, which requires sequential tasks, becomes very difficult to do.
  • Patients with MS cognitive impairment face problems processing written or printed information. Along with this, sensory information like smell and touch may take longer for the brain to comprehend and prioritize.

 

Effects of multiple sclerosis cognitive impairment

 

This condition can be become worse when the patient is depressed or fatigued. Multiple Sclerosis cognitive impairment can be critical enough to prevent a patient from working at a task that requires speedy and complex problem solving skills. In most cases it is not severe, but can be experienced in mild forms that are mistakenly attributed to ageing. Most people suffering from MS cognitive impairment develop coping techniques or adapt to prevent it from interfering with their daily life.