multiple sclerosis

Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Glossary

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• edema - abnormal and excessive accumulation of serous fluid in tissue spaces, the lungs or a body cavity
• encephalopathy - any disease of the brain, especially those relating to a change in structure
• endocarditis - inflammation of the lining of the heart and its valves
• enteritis - inflammation of the intestine, especially the small intestine
• epididymitis - painful inflammation of the epididymis, the structure which sits on top of, and connects the testicle, to the vas deferens, the tube which carries sperm from the testicles
• erythema nodosum - an inflammatory disorder that is characterized by tender, red nodules under the skin often appearing on the shins and accompanied by pain
• esophagitis - inflammation of the esophagus
• euphoria - feeling of great elation, typically exaggerated in relation to circumstance
• exfoliative dermatitis - condition of multiple skin disorders. The condition is characterized by widespread scaling, often with itching and skin redness