After being diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, Christina claims she gained 40 pounds and is unable to walk without a cane.

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Multiple sclerosis is a disease of the nervous system, particularly the brain and spinal cord.

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It is an autoimmune illness, which implies that various body organs are damaged by our own immune system

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Immune cells target the myelin sheath of nerve. And the nerve begins to be damaged

Patients with multiple sclerosis have a lack of brain-to-body communication

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Patients with multiple sclerosis have a lack of brain-to-body communication

Spasticity and muscle spasms, Lhermitte's sign, bladder and bowel issues, etc are common symptoms of MS

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Due to MS, Christina Applegate is dealing with "Gait and mobility issues." She claimed that she need assistance to walk.

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