An important cause of multiple sclerosis involves
A) a lack of an enzyme needed for myelinization.
B) the formation of neurofibrillary tangles.
C) the conversion of MPTP to MPP+.
D) damage to myelin induced by the person's immune system.
E) low levels of the ?-amyloid protein.

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Multiple sclerosis is a disease where the immune system mistakenly attacks the myelin sheath that surrounds nerve fibers in the central nervous system. This damage can lead to a range of symptoms including fatigue, difficulty with coordination and balance, and vision problems.

An Important Cause of Multiple Sclerosis Involves