In Multiple Sclerosis, There Is Progressive and Intermittent Damage to the Myelin

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Essay

In multiple sclerosis, there is progressive and intermittent damage to the myelin sheath of peripheral nerves. This results in poor motor control of the affected area. Why does destruction of the myelin sheath affect motor control?

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Definitions:

Confucianism

An ethical and philosophical system based upon the teachings of the Chinese philosopher Confucius, focusing on morality, social relationships, justice, and sincerity.

Protestantism

A form of Christian faith and practice which originated with the Reformation, a movement against what its followers perceived to be errors in the Roman Catholic Church.

Church Attendance

The act of going to church services, often used as a measure of religious observance and community involvement.

African Americans

People in the United States with ancestry traced to Africa, especially those whose ancestors were forcibly brought to the US as slaves.