Pregnancy delays onset of MS symptoms by more than three years, study suggests

Pregnancy delays onset of MS symptoms by more than three years, study suggests (Andrew Matthew/PA)
Pregnancy delays onset of MS symptoms by more than three years, study suggests (Andrew Matthew/PA)

Pregnancy may delay the onset of multiple sclerosis (MS) symptoms by more than three years, a study has indicated.

Researchers say the finding has implications for a greater understanding of the causes of MS as well as the potential use of hormone therapy to delay symptoms.

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