Summary A rare autoimmune disease called Neuromyelitis Optica or NMO can cause permanent sight loss and paralysis and is often misdiagnosed because the symptoms can resemble Multiple Sclerosis. Misdiagnosis can be devastating because treatment with the wrong drugs can rapidly worsen the symptoms. Fortunately, a blood test to identify a particular antibody that will confirm NMO has revolutionized the diagnosis process. Three extraordinary people share their stories of hope and success.
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Genres : Documentary
Release date : Feb 19, 2022
Countries of origin : United States
Official sites : Home Page of Website Medical Stories Facebook
Language : English
Production companies : Inventi Media Group
Summary A rare autoimmune disease called Neuromyelitis Optica or NMO can cause permanent sight loss and paralysis and is often misdiagnosed because the symptoms can resemble Multiple Sclerosis. Misdiagnosis can be devastating because treatment with the wrong drugs can rapidly worsen the symptoms. Fortunately, a blood test to identify a particular antibody that will confirm NMO has revolutionized the diagnosis process. Three extraordinary people share their stories of hope and success.
Genres : Documentary
Release date : Feb 19, 2022
Countries of origin : United States
Official sites : Home Page of Website Medical Stories Facebook
Language : English
Production companies : Inventi Media Group