Patient's question:
I recently experienced vision loss accompanied by eye and eye socket pain. I was diagnosed with neuromyelitis optica. At the time, I forgot to ask the doctor about any restrictions or precautions. Could you please tell me what restrictions or precautions are there for neuromyelitis optica?Doctor's answer:
Neuromyelitis optica is a condition that can flare up, and the more frequent the flares, the closer together they occur, the less likely it is to heal on its own, and the worse the treatment outcomes will be. It is recommended that patients avoid spicy, dry, and hot foods, reduce their intake of greasy foods, and consume more light and (light) foods. Patients should also avoid anger and irritability, prevent emotional excitement, and always maintain a calm mood to prevent liver fire from damaging their eyes. Additionally, it is important to boost immunity, engage in appropriate exercise, avoid excessive fatigue, ensure rest, and maintain a healthy living environment.