Imagine My Life With NMO | EP1 Matthias Fuchs (Munich, Germany)

The Sumaira Foundation (TSF) is pleased to announce the launch of “Imagine My Life with NMO,” a video series showcasing the experiences of people living with neuromyelitis optica (NMO) around the world.
The series follows Sumaira Ahmed, TSF founder, as she interviews patients, their loved ones and doctors to understand the actual lived experience with NMO in different countries and regions. The episodes unveil the realities of diagnosis, treatment, and learning to live with this rare disease. The purpose of this series is to elevate awareness of neuromyelitis optica to a wider audience and shed light on the disease and its patient community.
In the pilot episode, Sumaira travels to Munich, Germany, where she meets Matthias Fuchs, an engineer in the automotive industry and NMO patient. In this interview, Matthias shares the days leading up to his NMO diagnosis, how his life has changed, and what he is looking forward to with his newfound role in global advocacy.
“Imagine My Life with NMO” is produced by Heartwork Productions on behalf of The Sumaira Foundation with support from Horizon Therapeutics.

[@dieulinhnguyen4324]

So stolz euch zu kennen

[@ernestoleonardoocadizchave4097]

Hello, I am 48 years old, I was diagnosed in August 2021, after my first outbreak in which I suffered transverse myelitis, from which I recovered favorably, I am currently on rituximab therapy, everything definitely changed physically and emotionally, I was fortunate to have a quick diagnosis and excellent care, I loved the phrase you said, that human beings have the ability to adapt. Thanks and greetings from Mexico.

[@TheSumairaFoundation]

We’d love to connect with you! Send us an email [e-mail]. Sumaira will be in Mexico next week!

[@ritaherzog2593]

Hallo, ich heiße Rita Herzog und bin 66 Jahr und wohne in einem kleinen Dorf bei Bautzen.
Seit März 22 habe ich NMO und ich habe mir, Ihren Bericht angesehen. Ich würde mich freuen
von Ihnen zuhören. Liebe Grüße Rite

[@bernicecommey3648]

My name is Bernice from Ghana in Africa. I have been diagnosed with NMO this year. Do you have a support group over here?

[@TheSumairaFoundation]

We'd love to hear from you! Email us at [e-mail]