Neuromyelitis Optica
Evidence: Antibody
Names
Devic's disease (or Syndrome)
Neuromyelitis optica spectrum Disorder
Neuromyelitis optica
NMO
optic neuromyelitis
opticomyelitis
opticospinal MS
Description
Damage caused by the autoimmune system to the myelin (covering surrounding nerves) of the optical nerves and spine, which affects vision and may also result in other neurological symptoms.
Bloggers
None found.
Prevalence
US cases: 1,600 - 14,000 [Marrie 2013]
Typical Age of onset
May begin either in childhood or adulthood
Symptoms
Optic neuritis (inflammation of the optic nerve)
Transverse myelitis
Eye pain
Visual loss in one or both eyes
Paralysis
Transverse myelitis
Persistent hiccups, nausea, or vomiting
References
Genetic and Rare Diseases Information Center (GARD)
WebMD
Mayo clinic
Medscape
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