Patient-centered pregnancy planning in multiple sclerosis: evidence for a new era

Abstract

A few decades ago, women diagnosed with multiple sclerosis were discouraged from becoming pregnant. However, with new knowledge about the disease and treatments, this recommendation has changed, and it is pregnancy after the diagnosis of the disease is no longer contraindicated, with family planning being essential in this process. This review aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the family planning process for people with multiple sclerosis.

Keywords

• Multiple Sclerosis
• Pregnancy
• Postpartum Period
• Breastfeeding
• Family Development Planning
• Esclerose Múltipla
• Gravidez
• Período Pós-Parto
• Aleitamento Materno
• Planejamento Familiar