Improving reporting of multiple sclerosis relapse

Nurs Times. 2015;111(48):12-4.

Abstract

Many people with multiple sclerosis do not report a relapse. When it is reported, it is not always recorded in their notes. This can mean patients do not always have the most appropriate treatment. This article reviews some of the reasons why relapse reports are lacking and how the problem could be addressed. As a result, the decision was made to develop an app that patients could use to record their symptoms and wellbeing over time, to help identify and record relapses. Information could then be passed to their health professional via email, if desired.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Humans
  • Multiple Sclerosis / drug therapy
  • Multiple Sclerosis / physiopathology*
  • Recurrence