A 25-year-old with multiple sclerosis experiences a relapse with significant left arm weakness. What is the first-line treatment for an acute MS relap...

Question

A 25-year-old with multiple sclerosis experiences a relapse with significant left arm weakness. What is the first-line treatment for an acute MS relapse?

Accepted Answer

High-dose intravenous methylprednisolone

Answer

High-dose oral prednisolone

Answer

Plasma exchange

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Interferon-beta

Answer

Glatiramer acetate

NICE NG220 MCQ (SBA): Multiple Sclerosis

A 25-year-old with multiple sclerosis experiences a relapse with significant left arm weakness. What is the first-line treatment for an acute MS relapse?