Benign Multiple Sclerosis Treatment in Turkey
About Benign Multiple Sclerosis
Key Highlights
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Describes a favorable long-term disease course with minimal disability accumulation.Focuses on preservation of quality of life and neurological function.Involves a conservative, personalized management strategy under specialist care.Emphasizes regular monitoring to detect any change in disease activity early.May allow for less aggressive treatment regimens compared to more active MS forms.
Who is this surgery for?
- A confirmed diagnosis of Relapsing-Remitting Multiple Sclerosis (RRMS).
- A disease duration of typically 15-20 years with minimal clinical progression.
- An Expanded Disability Status Scale (EDSS) score persistently at 3.0 or below.
- Absence of significant cognitive decline impacting daily life.
- MRI findings that show few new lesions or minimal brain volume loss over extended periods.
How to prepare
- Comprehensive review of medical history and all previous MRI scans and clinical notes.
- Completion of a detailed neurological examination and disability assessment (e.g., EDSS).
- Discussion of current symptoms, lifestyle, and treatment goals with the neurologist.
- Possible updated MRI of the brain and/or spinal cord to assess current disease activity.
- Baseline blood tests to monitor overall health and suitability for any medications.
Risks & possible complications
- Potential for misclassification; 'benign' MS can sometimes become active later in life.
- Risks associated with any prescribed Disease-Modifying Therapies (DMTs), such as infections or liver issues.
- Possible side effects from medications used for symptom management (e.g., fatigue, spasticity).
- Psychological impact of living with a chronic diagnosis, including anxiety or depression.
- Rare procedural risks from repeated MRI scans (e.g., claustrophobia, reaction to contrast dye).
Recovery & hospital stay
- Recovery is not from a procedure but involves ongoing management of a chronic condition.
- Regular follow-up appointments with the neurologist, typically every 6-12 months.
- Adherence to prescribed treatment and rehabilitation plans (e.g., physical therapy).
- Implementation of healthy lifestyle habits: balanced diet, regular exercise, stress management.
- Monitoring for and reporting any new or worsening symptoms to the healthcare team promptly.
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Typical hospital stay:
0 days (outpatient management)
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Expected recovery time:
Ongoing long-term management
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering benign multiple sclerosis in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for benign multiple sclerosis in Turkey include Liv Hospital Bahçeşehir, Istinye Üniversitesi Hastanesi Liv, Liv Hospital Ankara, known for experienced specialists and advanced surgical infrastructure.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform benign multiple sclerosis. MediFyr helps you compare neurologists and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for benign multiple sclerosis compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Benign Multiple Sclerosis in Turkey
These partner hospitals in Turkey have dedicated neurology teams and experience managing patients undergoing benign multiple sclerosis.
Istanbul, Turkey
140 Doctors
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