Although MS is mostly diagnosed in adults, the numbers of children and teenagers being diagnosed has been rising. MS is through to progress more slowly in children than adults. The symptoms of MS in children usually begin with Acute Disseminated Encephalomyelitis (ADEM). These symptoms include:
- Headache
- Lethargy
- Coma
- Seizures
- Stiff neck
- Fever
With ADEM these symptoms eventually end. If these symptoms continue they may have MS. Children with MS can have the same symptoms as an adult such as; loss of memory, vision, motor skills, numbness, and possible inability to walk. Along with the physical consequences of MS there is also a psychological effect on children. Adolescence must deal with developing, school and self-esteem. Just like adults, adolescence with MS have attacks, times of remission and can be slightly controlled with medication.
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