MOGAD

MOG antibody disease

An autoimmune condition attacking myelin in the optic nerves and spinal cord, related to but distinct from MS and NMO.

What it is

MOGAD often causes optic neuritis and transverse myelitis. It is diagnosed with a MOG antibody test.

Signs people often notice

•Optic neuritis
•Weakness or numbness
•Bladder changes
•Relapsing course

Who it affects

More common in children and young adults.

Questions worth asking your clinician

?Is this MOGAD, MS or NMO?
?Which antibody test is needed?
?What treatment prevents relapses?

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