Body image in multiple sclerosis patients: a descriptive review

Neurol Sci. 2019 May;40(5):923-928. doi: 10.1007/s10072-019-3722-1. Epub 2019 Jan 22.

Abstract

Objective: Multiple sclerosis is a neurological disorder-may in some patients have impact on body image; this could contribute to neurological disability, psychological distress, and can reduce quality of life. This review has been conducted on studies investigating the representation of body image.

Method: We have researched PubMed and Web of Science databases and included screening references for studies and review articles about this topic. From the initial 316 publications, we included only 9 studies that met the search criteria.

Result and conclusion: The results showed that this construct has been little emphasized over time and has a significant impact on the patient.

Keywords: Body esteem; Body image; Multiple sclerosis; Sexual disorder.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Body Image*
  • Humans
  • Multiple Sclerosis / psychology*
  • Sexual Behavior