What is neuromyelitis optica?

Also known as: NMO, NMO spectrum disorder (NMOSD), Devic’s disease

Neuromyelitis optica is a rare and severe disease of the central nervous system that primarily affects the eye nerves (optic nerves) and spinal cord, sometimes affecting the brain.


Reviewed by: Jack Wolfsdorf, MD, FAAP

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