
NMOSD
Neuromyelitis Optica spectrum disorder is a rare autoimmune disorder that causes inflammation of the central nervous system and damage to the optic nerves and spinal cord. In its earlier stages, it is sometimes confused with multiple sclerosis. Symptoms of the illness include:
Pain in the spine and/or limbs
Loss of bladder and bowel control
Sensory loss
Muscle weakness
Stiff neck
Headaches
Fatigue
Vomiting
Painful muscle spasms
Vision loss in one or both eyes
Mild to severe paralysis of the legs
Within five years of developing the condition, about 30% of patients need a cane to walk, 50% of patients need a wheelchair, and more than half are functionally blind. The causes of the condition are unknown. However, people with NMOSD typically have excessive amounts of Interleukin-6 (IL-6), a protein produced by the immune system. This causes a harmful antibody called AQP4–igG, which targets cells in the optic nerve, spinal cord, and brain.
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