Multiple sclerosis
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| - | '''Jacqueline Mary du Pré''' [[Order of the British Empire|OBE]] (26 January 1945 – 19 October 1987) was an English [[cello|cellist]], today acknowledged as one of the greatest exponents of the instrument. She is particularly associated with [[Edward Elgar|Elgar's]] [[Cello Concerto (Elgar)|Cello Concerto in E Minor]]; her interpretation of this work has been described as "definitive" and "legendary". Her career was cut short by [[multiple sclerosis]], which forced her to cease performing at the age of 28, and eventually led to her premature death. Following her death, a book about her family life was written by her sister [[Hilary du Pré]] and her brother Piers. This book formed the basis for the [[Film|movie]] ''[[Hilary and Jackie]]'' which aroused fierce controversy. | + | A chronic disease of the [[brain]] and [[spinal cord]] characterized by changes in sensation, visual problems, weakness, depression, difficulties with coordination and speech, impaired mobility and disability. |
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A chronic disease of the brain and spinal cord characterized by changes in sensation, visual problems, weakness, depression, difficulties with coordination and speech, impaired mobility and disability.
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