Multiple sclerosis most often occurs among women, and typically appears during early adulthood. Which part of the body do the immune responses target in multiple sclerosis?

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Multiple sclerosis (MS) is an autoimmune disease where the immune system attacks the central nervous system, specifically targeting the myelin sheath. This sheath is a protective covering around nerve fibers, and its damage disrupts communication between the brain and the rest of the body.

Multiple Sclerosis Most Often Occurs Among Women, and Typically Appears