Multiple sclerosis treatment: Is combination therapy effective?

Q.	What can you tell me about combination therapy as a multiple sclerosis treatment option? Is it effective? Ana Maria / Mexico see response Mayo Clinic neurologist Jerry Swanson, M.D., and colleagues answer select questions from readers.

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