The Effects of Demographic, Clinical, and Radiological Parameters of Multiple Sclerosis on Quality of Life and Fatigue

Abstract

Introduction: Multiple sclerosis is a progressive disease involving the central nervous system, usually starting between 20 and 40 years of age and causing recurrent dysfunction. There may be differences in physical, social and psychological effects depending on the degree of the disease. Fatigue is a common symptom of MS, which can be seen in different disease degrees and affects quality of life. The relationship between clinical and radiological findings and fatigue and quality of life remains unclear. Therefore, the purpose of the research is to evaluate the relationship between disease markers such as age, mood, physical disability, laboratory findings, and fatigue and quality of life. Methods: The study included 100 patients who met the 2010 McDonald’s criteria, had an Expanded Disability Status Scale (EDSS) score of