Is Cerebral Palsy the Same as Multiple Sclerosis

Cerebral palsy and multiple sclerosis both involve damage to the brain. Cerebral palsy occurs very early in life, while multiple sclerosis is mostly acquired in adulthood. CP-related brain damage will not get worse over time; however, MS-related brain damage can.

Is there another name for cerebral palsy?

Different names for Cerebral Palsy that medical professionals may use include: “Froggy Legs” “Floppy Baby (Syndrome)” “Ballerina Syndrome” (walking on toes)

Does multiple sclerosis have another name?

Multiple sclerosis (MS), also known as encephalomyelitis disseminata, is the most common demyelinating disease, in which the insulating covers of nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord are damaged.