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Shingles is caused by an infection of the varicella-zoster virus (VZV), but in rare cases, it may trigger neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder (NMOSD), a new study reports. The study’s researchers said clinicians should look for possible signs of NMOSD in patients being treated for shingles, even though developing NMOSD…
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People with neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder (NMOSD) who test positive for NMOSD-driving self-reactive antibodies against the AQP4 protein and Black patients are significantly more likely to have worse disability related to vision. These are the findings of a North American study that analyzed patient data with NMOSD-specific disability scales…
Wouldn’t it be nice to glide into the holiday season with everything checked off your to-do list? Every year, I set out with the best intentions to start my Christmas shopping early, write heartfelt holiday cards, and take care of mundane details like ordering a turkey from my local butcher…
NMOSD is a progressive autoimmune disease where the immune system mistakenly attacks nerve cells, affecting the nervous system. Learn more about the disease here.
Scientists do not know the exact underlying cause of NMOSD. Self-reactive antibodies that target AQP4 are known to play a major role. Learn more about what causes the disease here.
When the disease affects the optic nerve (optic neuritis), it can result in pain inside the eye and possibly blurry vision or vision loss. Learn more about the symptoms of the disease here.
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