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THE POWER OF RARE NMO

Learn more about GJCF and the NMO Story

Neuromyelitis Optica (NMO) is a rare autoimmune disease that is often misdiagnosed as MS.

Time is of the essence for diagnosis

  • Sudden eye pain or blurred vision
  • Loss of vision in one or both eyes
  • Arm or leg weakness and paralysis
  • Loss of bowel and bladder control
  • Protracted nausea and vomiting
  • Positive AQP4 antibody test result
  • More common in female than male
  • Other symptoms commonly mistaken for MS

Learn more about NMO diagnosis and 10 Steps Forward

What You Need to Know

This guide may be a companion, a mentor, a compass, a friend – all meant to support you on your journey with NMO. Whether you are a patient, a caregiver, or someone who just wants to learn more about NMO, we hope that you can find some answers to unanswered questions here.

NMO and Related Autoimmune Diseases are a Secret Epidemic:

TOP 10 CAUSES OF DEATH IN WOMEN < 65 YEARS

MORE COMMON THAN CANCER OR HEART DISEASE

INCREASING & PROJECTED TO DOUBLE PREVALENCE BY 2050

Source: US DHHS / Office of Women's Health

NMO is a key to curing all autoimmune diseases.

Pioneering Curative Therapies

Approved therapies are a great first step toward preventing relapses. GJCF is now pioneering bold new approaches to cure NMOSD once and for all.

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Since 2008, GJCF has led a bold research mission for cures. Join us now on a life-saving journey.

Every dollar counts to the next life saved.

What You Can Do: Print & Post

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What You Can Do: Sign & Send

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Step 2.  Sign & send to government representatives
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What You Can Do: Talk to Docs

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Step 2.  Respectfully inform every doctor you know