Note: This column describes the author’s own experiences with various medication side effects. Not everyone will have the same response…
Articles by Jennifer V.
Volcán de Fuego, a volcano in Guatemala, has been struck by lightning while it erupts. Just think about that for…
Did you know that, particularly in the U.S. and some other countries, many medications have two names — a…
In the last year, I’ve gone from battle to battle, surviving one attack after another of neuromyelitis optica spectrum…
This is part of a series about neuromyelitis optica for NMO Awareness Month. Go here to read more. All…
There’s a lot of things that people don’t see about me. I deal with fatigue, pain, and other unpredictable symptoms…
Neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder (NMOSD) is largely known for its effect on the central nervous system, but the associated…
This article is part of a series about neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder for NMO Awareness Month. Go here to…
Note: This column describes the author’s early experiences with Ultomiris (ravulizumab-cwvz) and refers to past therapies she’s tried. Not everyone…
Neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder affects you at work, with friends, or even in the ER. Here are some tips on how to explain the disease quickly and effectively to avoid mishaps and awkward situations.