Steroids may be used in the management of acute exacerbation of symptoms in patients with multiple sclerosis,because
A) viral damage can be inhibited.
B) demyelination is mediated by immune mechanisms.
C) steroids reverse the progression of the disease.
D) steroids inhibit synaptic degradation of neurotransmitters.

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

In the treatment of MS,corticosteroids such as prednisone are used to reduce edema and the inflammatory response in acute exacerbations.Steroids are not used to inhibit viral damage in patients with MS.Recovery may be hastened by the use of steroids,but the extent of recovery is unchanged.Steroids are not utilized as synaptic degradation inhibitors.

Steroids May Be Used in the Management of Acute Exacerbation