The study identified more than two dozen new genetic variants common to people with MS and found the majority of genes involved are pivotal to the immune system.
David Hafler, professor and chair of the neurology department at the Yale School of Medicine, said it’s “shameful” so much attention and investment is being placed on an idea that is simply not true in light of findings about the immunological roots of the disease.
“We now know the cause of MS. It’s no longer a mystery,” said Dr. Hafler, who was involved with the new study.
Fat chance!He also hopes the new research can help quell “hysteria” surrounding the theory MS is caused by blocked neck veins.
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