The Order My MG Symptoms First AppearedFor many individuals with myasthenia gravis (MG), their symptoms appear slowly over years before they finally get answers to their suspicions or start to realize there may be a condition... By Jodi Enders4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
MG Awareness Month 2024 GiveawayThe MG Awareness Month Giveaway is now closed. Thank you for your interest! June is Myasthenia Gravis (MG) Awareness Month, and here at Myasthenia-Gravis.com, we're honoring our wonderful community during... By Myasthenia-Gravis.com Team1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments9 comments
Effects of MG on My Singing and Speaking VoiceI have talked with a few people about how myasthenia gravis (MG) has affected their voice - their singing voice in particular. It has affected mine, too. MG impacts the... By Janice Koehn3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Parenting While Managing a Chronic IllnessParenting can be incredibly rewarding. However, parenting is hard. Both parents and children are human, and there is no guidebook to raising a child. New trends, current research, and comparison... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Tips for Finding a Therapist To Help Navigate Life With MGI have seen many therapists throughout my life but have never had luck finding one with whom I truly connected and saw improvement. Once myasthenia gravis (MG) came into my... By Jodi Enders4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Similarities Between My MG and Thyroid Disease SymptomsI was diagnosed with myasthenia gravis (MG) and hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid) during the same hospitalization. Hypothyroidism occurs when the thyroid does not make enough thyroid hormone. Some studies suggest that... By Janice Koehn3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Caffeine and Myasthenia GravisMyasthenia gravis (MG) is an autoimmune condition. This means it is caused by an overactive immune system. MG typically causes muscle weakness that worsens after activity. Many factors can make... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments15 comments
Fearing I Will Make the Wrong Healthcare DecisionsChronic disease predisposes those of us with myasthenia gravis (MG) to chronic worry. We rely on MG treatments to keep our symptoms under control, but we may also rely on... By Jodi Enders4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Learning How to Better Control My MG CareIf you have myasthenia gravis (MG) then you likely know that: I am fortunate that my MG symptoms during flare-ups eventually go into remission when I take enough prednisone. But... By Mike Stabile3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Why Doctor-Patient Communication Is Important in MGSixteen years ago, I was diagnosed with myasthenia gravis (MG). Before the MG diagnosis, I didn't need to check with anyone about medical treatments provided by another doctor. However, I... By Janice Koehn3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
What Is a Barium Swallow Study?Myasthenia gravis (MG) generally causes muscle weakness. In some cases, MG can affect a person’s ability to swallow. Swallowing involves several muscles, and MG may cause those muscles to get... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Shaking, Spasms, and MisdiagnosesMyasthenia-Gravis.com Health Leader Sally Farrier experienced several misdiagnoses before finally being diagnosed with myasthenia gravis (MG). Throughout the years, she has experienced a range of symptoms – including muscle spasms... By Myasthenia-Gravis.com Team2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
How to Find Relief from Nightly Leg CrampsThere are many online discussions and articles concerning nightly leg cramps with myasthenia gravis (MG). When people ask how to manage cramping, a few things are recommended in the comments... By Jodi Enders4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments19 comments
What Is Medical PTSD?Post-traumatic stress disorder, or PTSD, is anxiety in the aftermath of a traumatic event. You may think of it happening to a soldier returning from war or a victim of... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
My Earliest MG SymptomsI often hear people say their myasthenia gravis (MG) symptoms started manifesting long before they realized what was going on. I find this to be true for me. I’ve been... By Janice Koehn4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments20 comments
Services Provided by Offices for the AgingPeople are living longer than ever before, and the number of older adults in the United States is increasing. However, being an older adult can come with challenges. These issues... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Embarrassed by MG Speech StrugglesMyasthenia gravis (MG) speech troubles cause me embarrassment, frustration, and depression. Trouble speaking from MG can contribute to a lower quality of life, whether it gets in the way of... By Jodi Enders4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments9 comments
Finding Relief from the Adverse Effects of MestinonI’ve seen and heard many comments about the side effects some people tend to have with Mestinon (pyridostigmine). I think it’s pretty common that these side effects can cause a... By Janice Koehn3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments12 comments
Magnesium Sulfate and Myasthenia GravisMyasthenia gravis (MG) is an autoimmune disorder that can cause symptoms like muscle weakness and fatigue. Certain drugs or treatments can make the symptoms of MG worse. Magnesium sulfate is... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments5 comments
Drinking Alcohol With Myasthenia GravisManaging an autoimmune condition like myasthenia gravis (MG) involves careful attention to what you put in your body, including alcohol. Making informed choices about how much you drink may change... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments