Publications by authors named "Gloria Llamosa"
Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) have been on the rise in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) over the last few decades and represent a significant healthcare concern. Over 85% of "premature" deaths worldwide due to NCDs occur in the LMICs. NCDs are an economic burden on these countries, increasing their healthcare expenditure.
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- - Multiple sclerosis (MS) is an autoimmune disease that affects the central nervous system, primarily impacting women, especially during their reproductive years, with a rising female-to-male ratio in its occurrence.
- - Family planning and management of disease-modifying therapies (DMTs) are crucial for women with MS, as some treatments may pose risks to pregnancy, but pregnancy generally decreases the likelihood of MS relapses.
- - The review discusses how sex influences MS risk and progression, the impact of pregnancy and reproductive aging on disease management, and addresses issues like sexual dysfunction in women with MS.