# Long-term Therapy Keywords: multiple sclerosis, immune system, immunomodulators, immunosuppressants, therapy, inflammation, immune balance > This page provides an overview of long-term therapy approaches for multiple sclerosis, focusing on immune system modulation and suppression to manage disease progression and symptoms effectively. ## Details - [Various Mechanisms in Long-term Therapy](#): Explains how the immune system plays a crucial role in MS and how therapies target its dysfunction. - [Immunomodulators and Immunosuppressants](#): Describes medications that modify or suppress immune processes to reduce inflammation and protect the nervous system. - [Restoring Immune Balance](#): Highlights how immunomodulators help achieve equilibrium in immune responses without compromising overall immunity. - [Suppressing the Immune System](#): Discusses selective immunosuppressants that target specific immune functions to prevent nerve damage. - [Choosing the Right Treatment](#): Advises on personalized therapy decisions based on MS progression, medication tolerance, and effectiveness.