There are several MS Subtypes. A person diagnosed with MS may have any one of them. Multiple Sclerosis Subtypes or MS Subtypes can be categorized depending on their progression, as well as the progression and intensity of the symptoms generated.

The first type of Multiple Sclerosis is the most common one and is known as relapsing-remitting Multiple Sclerosis. This type of the autoimmune disorder accounts for more than 80% of all Multiple Sclerosis cases. It is characterized by phases of symptomatic remission followed by phases of relapse that may also include intensification of symptoms. The duration of relapse and remission may vary from patient to patient and may last anywhere from weeks to years. The second subtype is known as primary-progressive Multiple Sclerosis and accounts for about 20% of all Multiple Sclerosis cases. It is characterized by gradual progression of the disease with very brief phases of remission. The third …