My NMO Travel Blog ExperienceI was working in management for a charity organization in 2014 when I had my first Neuromyelitis Optica attack. I haven’t been...reactionscomments
I Have Mental Health Issues and It Is OKBy definition, mental health is taking care of psychological, emotional, and social well-being but for me (mine slightly injured mental health) was...reactionscomments
Adapting My Home Fabulously For NMOOver the triumphs and tribulations of dealing with NMO, I’ve had to adapt my home. Thankfully, I have a handy husband who...reactions1comment
My NMOSD Relapses Are Slow BurnersMy first neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder (NMOSD) attack seemed to happen rapidly and dramatically. Although I had known something was wrong for...reactions1comment
Visiting Pakistan For The First Time After My DiagnosisI was born in Scotland, but my mother is from Pakistan, so I have a lot of family there including my grandmother...reactionscomments
Going Out With FriendsAt just 19, I was diagnosed with NMO, which as I’m sure many of us know are the prime party years. These...reactionscomments
My NMO Diagnosis StoryI knew something was wrong for a couple of months. I kept making appointments with my doctor to discuss new symptoms that...reactions1comment
Public Speaking Gave Me PurposePublic speaking is one of the most feared things in the human race. We are so fearful of the judgment of other...reactionscomments
5 Tips For Self-Advocating At The Doctor’s OfficeI've learned a few things about self-advocacy since the beginning of my journey with frequent doctor’s visits. It can be intimidating to...reactionscomments
Social Media Gave Me a VoiceBeing diagnosed at 19, I didn’t have much of a voice. Let’s be honest–I was still coming into adulthood, figuring out who...reactionscomments
My Story So FarI was told I have NMO but no clinical diagnosis yet. It started with pain in my left eye and blurred vision...reactions1comment
An Emotional Travel Experience Going HomeWell my trip to visit my mother is winding down and it’s been quite a trip. My emotions have been on red...reactions3comments
MourningI scroll through this website every day, seeing pain in different types and forms. People will talk about life before their NMO...reactions2comments
What Is It Like Supporting Someone With NMO? I Interview My Caregiver!My wife is also my caregiver. It’s a fine balancing act between our romantic relationship and the practical support I need due...reactions1comment
The Beauty of Stretch MarksFor my whole life, I have been an athlete. I have always been active and tried my best to stay in shape...reactionscomments
The Great Big World and How I Navigate ItAfter my last eye attack from NMO and because of my vision loss, I made an oath to myself that I wanted...reactions2comments
Steroids Saved My Life but Damaged My JointsI turned 39 on February 8th, 2023. I celebrated my birthday in the hospital, recovering from my 2nd hip replacement. In 2012...reactions3comments
An Advocate Was BornIn May 2016, I received my NMO diagnosis over the phone. “You have something called neuromyelitis optica, and we must treat you...reactionscomments
My Mental Health and Journey with NMOFrom the beginning of my NMO diagnosis until now, I’ve recorded every major portion of my rare disease health journey - from...reactions3comments
How NMO Changed My Perspective on Mental HealthPrior to my NMO diagnosis, I never took my mental health seriously. I was always told by doctors to basically "get over...reactions2comments
