Evaluation of patients with multiple sclerosis and sleep disorders

Abstract

Background/Aim: Sleep disorders are often reported by MS patients and various studies have shown sleep disorders to be more widespread in MS patients than in healthy control groups. However, despite the high frequency, they are often overlooked. This study aimed to determine the characteristics of fatigue and daytime sleepiness in MS patients, the underlying factors, and their relationship for testing the reliability of subjective scales and establishing when patients presenting with these symptoms should be referred to a sleep specialist. Methods: The patients enrolled in this cohort study were aged >18 years, had a confirmed diagnosis of relapsing remitting MS, were in the remission phase, had not taken steroids within the last 3 months, and had complaints of fatigue, daytime sleepiness, and sleep disorders. Patients with EDSS score