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Muscle cramping

I haven't been diagnosed with MG but my doctors and I are believe it is likely causing my symptoms, notably double vision and extreme muscle fatigue that varies throughout the day. AcHR and MuSK were both negative but I asked for some additional tests before we rule out MG.

My main question revolves around muscle cramping. I'm addition to profound muscle weakness at times, I have intense muscle cramping (mostly in the legs but also sometimes in the arms). It feels like my muscles are trying to contort in an unnatural way and I am unable to relax them. Afterwards they will be so sore and it feels like I did a really intense workout. If I try to use that muscle after it will burn and become numb and weak within minutes.

My muscles ache reflexes are also very sensitive. A gentle touch can cause then to spasm.

Does anyone with MG experience this? Or should I be considering different diseases?

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    1. Two of my fingers on my left hand curl but it doesn't hurt. I use my right hand to straighten them.

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        1. Hi do you find anything provides you with relief? I hope so. Wishing you well. -Jessica (Team Member)

      2. So bad that I can’t use my hands! Switched from azathioprine 3 weeks ago to CellCept. Cutting back on the mestinon as per MD.

        1. Hi how are you doing this week with the change in protocol? Wishing you well. Kindly, Jessica (Team Member)

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