Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Diagnosis & Tests

It can be a challenge for doctors to diagnose multiple sclerosis (MS). There’s no single test that can prove you have it. And many conditions have symptoms that seem like MS.

A neurologist -- a doctor who specializes in treating the disease -- should be able to help. They’ll ask how you’re feeling and help you figure out if your symptoms mean you have MS or another problem.

What Do Doctors Look For?

A certain set of signs points to MS. Your doctor will need to:

• Find damage to at least two areas of your central nervous system (your brain, spinal cord, and optic nerves)
• Prove the damage happened at different points in time
• Rule out any other diagnosis

What Are the Tools for Diagnosis?

The doctor will start by asking you about your medical history and your symptoms. They’ll also do a few tests to see if your brain and spinal cord are working as they should. These include:

MRI: This imaging test lets the doctor take a closer look at your brain. 
They can see changes caused by multiple sclerosis like signs of inflammation in the deep parts of your brain or spinal cord.

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