A case of neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder with coexisting systemic lupus erythematosus

Neuromyelitis Optica or Devic disease is changed to Neuromyelitis Optica spectrum disorder to include more diverse neurological and autoimmune manifestations. This is a severe relapsing autoimmune demyelinating disorder commonly affecting the optic nerve and spinal cord. It has been reported as either the first manifestation of SLE or as a coexisting condition with other autoimmune disorders commonly included but not limited to SLE and SS. We...