ACTH (Adrenocorticotropic Hormone) Last updated: May 05, 2008

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ACTH (Adrenocorticotropic Hormone) can help with the following:
 
 
Autoimmune  Multiple Sclerosis / Risk
 One hormone which has been shown to shorten the duration and intensity of acute exacerbations is adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH), a pituitary gland substance that stimulates the adrenal glands to produce additional cortisone, which acts to reduce the inflammation in the brain or spinal cord. ACTH does not affect the underlying disease processes but may diminish the frequency and severity of exacerbations and even slow the progression of the disease.
 
 


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