Multiple choice

In which of the following disorders, the immune system of the body itself attacks the optic nerves and spinal cord of the body?

  1. Myositis

  2. Neuromyelitis optica

  3. Neuromyotonia

  4. Cicatricial pemphigoid

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B Correct answer
Explanation

Neuromyelitis optica is an autoimmune, inflammatory disorder in which a person's own immune system attacks the optic nerves and spinal cord. This produces an inflammation of the optic nerve (optic neuritis) and the spinal cord (myelitis).

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