Multiple sclerosis: modern view on the problem

Currently, multiple sclerosis (MS) is one of the most socially and economically significant problems in modern neurology. The risk of developing MS is associated with the place of residence, belonging to a certain race, ethnic group. The disease is predominantly common among the white population of the Earth. The relevance of studying the problem of MS is due to the complexity of the disease with various models of manifestation and variable prognosis, the cumulative effect of disorders and disabilities. High prevalence, progressive development and increase in disabling symptoms affect the reduction of social, everyday and professional independence of patients, which determines the need for further research at a modern technical level. The article presents the current state of the problem and the results of scientific research on this pathology.