Let’s talk CPEO

Chronic progressive external ophthalmoplegia, or CPEO, is a type of mitochondrial disease (mito) that most often affects the muscles around the eyes. Some people only have eye symptoms. Others may also have things like muscle weakness, getting tired quickly with activity, or swallowing problems. In this episode, we talk through what CPEO can look like day to day, why diagnosis can take time, and why you may hear more than one name for a mito diagnosis. We also share Emy’s story.The information in this episode is based on Mito Foundation resources, including the CPEO information page. For support, call the Mito Foundation Helpline on 1300 977 180 or visit mito.org.au. To stay connected, subscribe and follow MitoCast wherever you found this episode.