Living immune-compromised in a world that ignores personal space
As an immune-compromised NMOSD patient, columnist Jennifer V. wishes others would remember the lessons of the pandemic.| Neuromyelitis News
As an immune-compromised NMOSD patient, columnist Jennifer V. wishes others would remember the lessons of the pandemic.| Neuromyelitis News
A study linked late-onset neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder to worse recovery from relapses and faster disability progression.| Neuromyelitis News
Since her NMOSD diagnosis, columnist Jennifer V. has found routines crucial for distinguishing between bad days and signs of a flare-up.| Neuromyelitis News
Symptoms of late-onset NMOSD, occurring in patients over 50, may look like those of a stroke and can delay proper diagnosis and treatment.| Neuromyelitis News
Attacks marked by spinal cord inflammation significantly increase the chance of worse disability in NMOSD and MOGAD, per a study.| Neuromyelitis News
Regular rituximab treatment in neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder resulted in less disability and fewer relapses, per a real word study.| Neuromyelitis News
Columnist Jennifer V. says she's learned a valuable lesson about coping with chronic illness by leaning into advocacy, rest, and community.| Neuromyelitis News
Most neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder patients experience impaired sleep and worse disability relative to healthy people, per a study.| Neuromyelitis News
Nearly all neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder patients on Enspryng remain free from relapses after six months, a real-world study in Japan shows.| Neuromyelitis News
The findings support the idea that gut microbiota and the gut-brain axis factor in NMOSD, and that approaches like GV-971 may help patients.| Neuromyelitis News
Higher levels of the signaling molecule CXCL13 detected in the blood and CSF fluid of NMOSD patients were accompanied by worse disability.| Neuromyelitis News
NMOSD is among autoimmune disease risk factors, with patients at about nine times the risk of developing another condition, per a study.| Neuromyelitis News
Even though it's hard, columnist Jennifer V. hopes to be patient enough to outlast current health and professional struggles.| Neuromyelitis News
As columnist Jennifer van Amerom celebrates her daughter's 10th birthday, she reflects on the risks and challenges of NMO and pregnancy.| Neuromyelitis News
For columnist Jennifer V., telehealth appointments have made care more accessible, but some things just can't be done virtually, she says.| Neuromyelitis News
Rituximab and mycophenolate mofetil may offer the most effective off-label alternatives for NMOSD patients, according to a study.| Neuromyelitis News
Columnist Jennifer V. gives thanks for the support and encouragement of her readers, who remind her of the power of the NMOSD community.| Neuromyelitis News
Understanding the body’s limits is key to conserving energy, writes columnist Jennifer V., who prioritizes her daily tasks with rest in mind.| Neuromyelitis News
Stressors drain energy that's already limited by NMOSD, says columnist Jennifer V., who shares how she's surviving the storms of life.| Neuromyelitis News
A recent increase in her NMOSD pain prompts columnist Jennifer V. to try acupuncture again, for the first time since her diagnosis.| Neuromyelitis News
The platelet-to-lymphocyte ratio may be used as a biomarker of disability severity in people with NMOSD, a study found.| Neuromyelitis News
Columnist Jennifer V. explains what "bed rotting" is and how it can be useful for NMOSD patients who need rest and recovery to avoid flares.| Neuromyelitis News
NMOSD patients who are positive for the anti-AQP4 antibodies were more likely to have other autoimmune diseases, a study in Argentina shows.| Neuromyelitis News
A new predictive model to identify neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder patients at a higher risk of relapse was found accurate in a study.| Neuromyelitis News
A Phase 1 clinical study tested the therapy in 15 patients positive for antibodies against AQP4, those most commonly associated with NMOSD.| Neuromyelitis News
Living with NMOSD and its resulting disability can make it hard to find and keep employment, a new U.S. study highlights.| Neuromyelitis News
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