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Originally Posted by Cherie
Yes. Clinically Isolated Syndrome looks like MS, has a defective neuro exam and positive findings on MRI but it is a first episode and none other has been able to be previously identified. I don't know the stats but they are high that those with CIS who are treated with an interferon have a far better chance after 5-10 years of not having another episode and not becoming Clinically Definite MS than those who are not treated. Most of those ultimately end up with a diagnosis of clinically definite MS.
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I wonder what the Mayo Clinic's view on this may be. They advocate a wait and see approach before beginning treatment to initially diagnosed MS patients, a view that has certainly caused some controversy in MS circles.