Multiple Sclerosis Treatment in Turkey
About Multiple Sclerosis
Key Highlights
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Enables accurate diagnosis and classification of MS type (e.g., relapsing-remitting, primary progressive).Provides access to advanced disease-modifying therapies (DMTs) that can significantly slow disease progression.Focuses on a comprehensive, personalized treatment plan tailored to the individual's symptoms and disease activity.Helps manage and alleviate debilitating symptoms like fatigue, mobility issues, and cognitive changes.Aims to reduce the frequency and severity of relapses (flare-ups), improving long-term quality of life.Involves a multidisciplinary approach, often coordinating with physical therapists, occupational therapists, and other specialists./ul
Who is this surgery for?
- Presence of neurological symptoms suggestive of MS, such as numbness, tingling, or weakness in limbs.
- Experiencing vision problems like optic neuritis (painful eye movement, blurred vision).
- Episodes of dizziness, vertigo, or problems with coordination and balance.
- Unexplained fatigue that significantly impacts daily activities.
- Cognitive changes, including issues with memory, attention, or information processing.
- Bladder or bowel dysfunction of neurological origin.
- History of neurological symptoms that appear (relapse) and then partially or fully improve (remit).
How to prepare
- Compile a detailed personal and family medical history, including a timeline of all neurological symptoms.
- Bring any previous MRI scans, blood test results, or reports from other physicians for review.
- Prepare a list of all current medications, supplements, and vitamins.
- Wear comfortable, metal-free clothing if an MRI scan is scheduled as part of the diagnostic workup.
- Be prepared to undergo a comprehensive neurological examination testing reflexes, coordination, strength, and sensation.
- Discuss any allergies, especially to contrast dye if an MRI with contrast is planned.
- Arrange for someone to accompany you, as the consultation and tests can be lengthy and potentially overwhelming.
Risks & possible complications
- Side effects from disease-modifying therapies, which can range from flu-like symptoms and injection site reactions to more serious risks like liver damage or increased infection risk.
- Progression of the disease despite treatment, potentially leading to increased disability over time.
- Complications from diagnostic procedures, such as headache or back pain from a lumbar puncture (spinal tap).
- Adverse reactions to contrast dye used in MRI scans (e.g., allergic reaction, nephrogenic systemic fibrosis in patients with severe kidney disease).
- Emotional and psychological impact, including anxiety, depression, or adjustment disorders related to the chronic diagnosis.
- Potential for serious infections (like PML - Progressive Multifocal Leukoencephalopathy) with some immunosuppressive therapies.
Recovery & hospital stay
- MS management is a lifelong process, not a single event with a defined recovery period.
- After starting a new therapy, regular follow-up appointments with the neurologist are crucial to monitor effectiveness and side effects.
- Recovery from an acute relapse may involve a short course of high-dose corticosteroids to reduce inflammation and speed symptom improvement.
- Post-relapse, rehabilitation with physical and occupational therapy is often recommended to regain function and strength.
- Long-term recovery focuses on symptom management through medication, lifestyle modifications (diet, exercise, stress management), and adaptive strategies.
- Patients are advised to monitor for signs of new symptoms or relapses and report them promptly to their healthcare team.
- Joining a support group can provide emotional support and practical advice for living with a chronic condition.
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Typical hospital stay:
0-5 days (Typically outpatient; hospitalization may be required for severe relapses or treatment administration)
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Expected recovery time:
Ongoing/Lifelong management (Acute relapse recovery may take weeks to months)
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering multiple sclerosis in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for multiple sclerosis in Turkey include Istinye Üniversitesi Hastanesi Liv, VM Medical Park Pendik Hastanesi, Medical Park Gaziosmanpaşa, Medical Park Bahçelievler, 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 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 multiple sclerosis compare across other countries where we have data.
| Country | Estimated cost range | Typical stay | Recovery time | View details |
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| India | USD 551 – USD 3,304 | 0-5 days (Typically outpatient; hospitalization may be required for severe relapses or treatment administration) | ~ Ongoing/Lifelong management (Acute relapse recovery may take weeks to months) | Know More |
| Turkey | USD 4,098 – USD 24,587 | 0-5 days (Typically outpatient; hospitalization may be required for severe relapses or treatment administration) | ~ Ongoing/Lifelong management (Acute relapse recovery may take weeks to months) | Know More |
Top hospitals for Multiple Sclerosis in Turkey
These partner hospitals in Turkey have dedicated neurology teams and experience managing patients undergoing multiple sclerosis.
Instabul, Turkey
150 Doctors
Krishna Saxena, a 45-year-old software architect...
Krishna Saxena, a 45-year-old software architect and father of two, first noticed something was wrong during his morning yoga practice. His left leg felt heavy and uncoordinated, a stark contrast to his usual grace. Over the next few months, episodes of debilitating fatigue set in, and he began experiencing strange 'pins and needles' numbness in his hands. A particularly frightening moment came when his vision in one eye became blurry for two weeks. His primary care physician, concerned by these neurologically distinct events, referred him to a neurologist. After a thorough exam and an MRI scan that revealed characteristic lesions on his brain and spinal cord, the neurologist diagnosed him with Relapsing-Remitting Multiple Sclerosis (RRMS). She recommended starting a high-efficacy disease-modifying therapy (DMT) called Ocrelizumab to slow disease progression. The treatment involved biannual intravenous infusions. The first one was anxiety-inducing, but the clinic staff was reassuring. He experienced mild flu-like symptoms after the first dose, which were managed with medication. A year into treatment, Krishna has had no new relapses. The numbness has subsided, and his energy levels are more stable. Emotionally, he journeyed from fear and denial, worrying about his ability to provide for his family, to a place of cautious optimism. The diagnosis was a shock, but the effective treatment has given him a sense of control back. He now sees himself not as a patient defined by MS, but as a person managing a chronic condition, focusing on staying active with his children.