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Driving

When do you realize you are a driving hazard because of double vision and exhaustion?

I think I need too consider giving up my license.

  1. Of course, you shouldn't drive when you can't see well and are too tired. But giving up your driver license is a big and irrevocable step. I have read all your posts and it strikes me that you have a case of MG that is not properly controlled. Are you seeing a neurologist and taking meds for gMG? Ophthalmologists often prescribe prism glasses to correct double vision, but they are not qualified to treat gMG and glasses aren't addressing the root problem. I had to drive with one eye for many months, but a regimen of pyridostigmine, azathioprine and prednisone fixed my eye and low energy problems. I have no trouble driving today. There are lots of good MG meds available. Before permanently giving up on a big piece of life, I would want to make sure I was properly cared for by a qualified neurologist.

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