You have noticed changes in your ability to walk. The doctor informs you that your myelin is being replaced with a hard fibrous tissue. What disorder does the doctor suspect you may have?

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Multiple sclerosis (MS) is characterized by the replacement of myelin, the protective sheath around nerve fibers, with scar tissue (sclerosis). This disrupts the normal flow of electrical impulses along the nerves, leading to symptoms such as difficulty walking.

You Have Noticed Changes in Your Ability to Walk