What Are the Risk Factors of Multiple Sclerosis (MS)?

Neurological and Brain Health
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  • Gender: Females are more frequently affected.
  • Genetic Susceptibility: MS is not directly inherited, but genetic predispositions play a role.
  • Infectious Factors: Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) infection is strongly linked to MS.
  • Environmental Factors: Low sun exposure and vitamin D levels, smoking, and certain geographical regions with less sunlight are associated with higher MS risk.