NMO Symptoms: PainPain is an unfortunate part of living with neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder (NMO). It can impact your quality of life, both physically and mentally. And discomfort may continue even after... By Editorial Team2 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
NMO Symptoms - The Neuropathic ItchNeuropathic itch is a somewhat common symptom in people who live with NMO. Neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder (NMO, or NMOSD) is a nervous system disorder that primarily affects the spinal... By Editorial Team2 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
How Does NMO Affect Cognition?NMOSD (neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder), or NMO, is a neurological disorder. It affects the central nervous system. NMO can cause severe cognitive issues (problems with your thinking). These include memory... By Editorial Team2 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
NMO and PregnancyPregnancy strains the body. When you are pregnant, your immune system becomes less reactive so your baby can grow safely. For this reason, doctors call pregnancy an immunocompromised state. Having... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Strategies for Coping with a Rare Disease like NMOWhen you are diagnosed with a rare disease like NMO, you might feel overwhelmed about what to expect. Because few people have NMO, there may be a lack of information... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
The Sumaira Foundation Distributes Five $25,000 Research GrantsThe Sumaira Foundation recently announced that it has awarded five grants, each in the amount of $25,000, to further research into NMOSD and other similar inflammatory neurological conditions. The Sumaira... By clay-wade3 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
FDA Approves Drug for Pre-Exposure Prevention of COVID-19The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has authorized a new drug that may help prevent COVID-19. It is called Evusheld (tixagevimab co-packaged with cilgavimab).1-3 Evusheld is not authorized for... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Do Factors Like Race and Age of Onset Predict Long-Term NMO Effects in Kids?Experts have been working hard to learn more about the progression of neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder (NMOSD or NMO). In adults, some research has suggested that the age of the... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Are Certain Types of Cancer Related to NMO?In many cases, neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder (NMOSD or NMO) occurs alongside other health issues. For example, someone with NMO may also have another autoimmune condition. This is a condition... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
The Invisibility and Stigma of Chronic PainPain can be called an “invisible” symptom. Unlike a broken arm in a cast or a bleeding wound, pain cannot usually be seen. Because of this, it is possible for... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Eating Healthy Without Breaking the Bank!As we all know, managing your nutrition as someone who lives with NMO is super important. Some people with NMO who have weight loss or difficulty chewing and swallowing will... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Finding a Qualified CaregiverIf you or someone you love lives with NMO, you may find that at some point you need some extra help in getting through the basic activities of daily life... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
What is a Pain Management Specialist? Should I See One?Pain management specialists are doctors who have special training in treating all kinds of pain. Pain can arise from a number of reasons, including injury, nerve damage, surgery, or chronic... By Editorial Team2 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
The Challenges of Seronegative NMONeuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder (NMO) can have a variety of different symptom types, severities, and patterns. Since each person's experience with NMO is unique, it can be challenging to properly... By Editorial Team4 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Bone Health and NMONeuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder (NMO) is a rare inflammatory disease that affects the spinal cord, eye, and brain. Studies have found that people with NMO have an increased risk for... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
AQP4, AQP4 Antibody, and MOG AntibodyThe symptoms that we now recognize as NMO were first described more than 100 years ago. However, without the right technology and testing, it was hard to separate NMO from... By Editorial Team4 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Body Temperature and NMO Symptoms (Uhthoff’s Phenomenon)Increases in body temperature can worsen symptoms of neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder (NMO). This worsening of symptoms with heat is called Uhthoff’s phenomenon.1-3 Uhthoff’s phenomenon is commonly used to describe... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Scrambler TherapyMore than 80 percent of people with neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder (NMO) experience significant pain. This may be pain related directly to NMO or another co-occurring issue. Pain can impact... By Editorial Team4 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Participating in Research for NMOMedicine is based on research. Clinical trials using real people help determine how safe and effective treatments are. Research into Neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder (NMO) is currently underway.1 A lot... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
A Conversation Guide for Your Doctor: What to Do When Your Doctor Is Not Familiar with NMONMO is a rare condition. Doctors are not sure of the exact number of people living with NMO. According to different sources, between 4,000 and 15,000 people in the United... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
