Mental Issues
The discomfort and pain caused by neuromyelitis optica can result in many mental issues. Thus, it is not uncommon to notice extreme irritability or constant anxiousness in people with this condition. They tend to feel more depressed and stressful as their body is terribly affected by gradual damages to their spinal cord or optic nerves. In more advanced stages, these problems can lead to more severe signs, such as difficulty focusing, forgetfulness, bowel and bladder movements, trouble processing information, slowed verbal fluency, and foggy memory. If left untreated, they can reduce the quality of your life. Thus, it is important to seek medical attention and prevent neuromyelitis optica from progressing. [5]
