Body image in multiple sclerosis patients: a descriptive review

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.

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