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Quiz: What Are Your MS Treatment Goals?

Medically reviewed by Evelyn O. Berman, M.D. — Written by Kelly Crumrin
Updated on December 30, 2021

In recent years, neurologists have discussed how to set goals for treating relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis (RRMS). Some experts consider “no evidence of disease activity,” or NEDA, as the goal to aim for. NEDA refers to:

Other MS specialists have suggested that “minimal evidence of disease activity,” or MEDA, is a more realistic goal. One definition of MEDA is:

  • No MS relapses
  • Two or fewer new lesions in the central nervous system (brain and spinal cord)

Researchers in one study found that people with RRMS who met the goal of MEDA had a minor risk of future disability.

Now that you know a little about how neurologists set goals for MS treatment, it’s time to think about what goals you want to set. Because the choice of taking a disease-modifying therapy (DMT) is a shared decision between you and your doctor, your goals matter, too.

This quiz is designed to help you evaluate your goals in treating your MS. From there, you can start a conversation with your doctor about whether your current DMT is the best treatment option to help you meet those goals.

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Did this quiz help you clarify your goals in treating your MS? Do you feel more prepared to talk to your doctor about switching DMTs? Share in the comments below, or start a conversation with others on MyMSTeam.

Updated on December 30, 2021
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Evelyn O. Berman, M.D. is a neurology and pediatric specialist and treats disorders of the brain in children. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network. Learn more about her here.
Kelly Crumrin is a senior editor at MyHealthTeam and leads the creation of content that educates and empowers people with chronic illnesses. Learn more about her here.

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