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About Multiple Sclerosis
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is an inflammatory disease that affects the central nervous system (CNS). In MS, the immune system does not function normally and it launches attacks on the brain and spinal cord, which make up the CNS. The immune cells target the fatty insulation that surrounds the wires, or axons, of the nerves. This insulation, or myelin, helps the nerves conduct signals more quickly and efficiently. Without the myelin, the nerves do not fire well and are also more susceptible to damage. Symptoms in MS are related to this dysfunction. Depending on what part of the CNS is attacked, people will experience different symptoms including vision loss, weakness, numbness, and loss of balance, among other possible symptoms.
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Dr. Pravas Chandra Mishra is a well-known Hematologist with close to 20 years of professional experience. He completed his MBBS and MD from Mahatma Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences, Sevagram, and went on to obtain a DM with a specialization in Clinical Hematology from the renowned All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS). Currently practicing as the Director of Hemato-Oncology at Max Super Specialty Hospital, Patparganj, Dr. Mishra was the former Chairperson of the Indian College of Radiation Oncology.
In 1995, Dr. Pravas Chandra Mishra became the first hemato-oncologist to perform a Peripheral Blood Stem Cell transplantation in a Metastatic Breast Cancer case following high-dose chemotherapy. His expertise and skills in the field of hemato-oncology have been awarded time and time again with accolades and memberships at various esteemed medical forums.
Clinical Focus
- Cancer Care/Oncology
- Bone Marrow Transplant
- Hematology
- Hematology-oncology
- Medical Oncology
Awards
- Indo American Cancer Association (IACA) Award
- Geeta Medal Award for Best Research in Oncology, All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) (2006)
- Young Investigator Award in Congress of Asian-Pacific Society on Thrombosis and Hemostasis, Suzhou, China (2006)
- Endeavour Executive Award, Australia, Westmead Hospital, Sydney (2008)
