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206. History, Diagnosis, and Management of NMOSD

206. History, Diagnosis, and Management of NMOSD

FromABCs of NMOSD


206. History, Diagnosis, and Management of NMOSD

FromABCs of NMOSD

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Length:
54 minutes
Released:
Jul 21, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Dr. Brian Weinshenker joined GG deFiebre of SRNA and Jacinta Behne of The Guthy-Jackson Charitable Foundation for an ABCs of NMOSD podcast entitled, "History, Diagnosis, and Management of NMOSD." Dr. Weinshenker began with a history of NMOSD and how the aquaporin-4 antibody was discovered as a biomarker for NMO. He discussed other diagnoses that were historically used before NMOSD was coined, and he discussed the differences between how NMOSD is understood today since Dr. Devic's first understanding of the disease. Dr. Weinshenker talked about how a diagnosis of NMOSD is made, including the clinical makeup and diagnostic tests used. Finally, Dr. Weinshenker explained the acute and long-term treatments used and symptom management for NMOSD.
Released:
Jul 21, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (30)

ABCs of NMOSD brings together the latest information and research about all things NMOSD, from diagnosis and treatment to quality of life and what it’s like to live with NMOSD. We invite medical experts and researchers, to share the latest up-to-date research and clinical knowledge. We have conversations with individuals who have been diagnosed with NMOSD, their caregivers, and allied health professionals. We give tips on how to advocate at school and at work, where to find help and support, navigate health insurance, and work with a team of medical experts.