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Do you have problems swallowing?

Myasthenia gravis causes weakness of the swallowing muscles of many individuals, leading to problems involving choking, a terrifying experience, https://myasthenia-gravis.com/living/swallowing-speaking-symptoms, https://myasthenia-gravis.com/diet, and https://myasthenia-gravis.com/living/barium-swallow-experience.

Have you had problems swallowing before? What foods are tolerable? How do you manage to take any prescription pills?

  1. Yes but it never stayed around, now I have a hard time speaking and swallowing food, I make sure there is a drink close at hand...

    1. Hi that is a great idea! How have you been managing this week? Has your doctor given you any other helpful tips to manage? Also, I see you recently joined our community and wanted to welcome you! I truly hope you find our wonderful community to be a great support. Please reach out if we can offer a listening ear or simply help locate any MG related info - we are happy to help in any way we can. Again, welcome! -Jessica (Team Member)

    2. I am scheduled for a MRI with a cardiologist then it will be back to the Gastrologist to be scoped if the MRI will let them put me under...

  2. yes

    1. .No - not yet away - and I hope never . It sounds horrible! Gail Hesley

      1. hope you don't experience that symptom as well! How have you been doing lately? Hope well. Hugs, Jessica (Team Member)

    2. Yes, I have MG. for about 3 years. I'm a physician associate. It is difficult being a patient. I want to ask questions. Fortunately the neurologist at the VA takes the time to answer them. I get ivig once a month. I find this 3-4 hour infusion a happy experience with lunch and wonderful caring nurses.

      1. Hey there, welcome to our amazing community of supportive and caring people! It's so great to see that you've made your treatment into a positive self-care experience and are finding ways to enjoy it. What a wonderful perspective to have!
        -Jodi, Team Member

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