SleepI am a 21-year MGer and sleep 4 - 5 hours a night. Even though I use a CPAP, I'm in a real bind. What suggestions do you have?...Reactions0reactionsComments0 repliesSleep
One word to describe the past monthDescribe how you have felt this past month with one word....Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesSymptomsAwarenessFriends & Family
More patient control of Pyridostigmine (Mestinon) dosing?The acetylcholinesterase-inhibition properties of Pyridostigmine (pyri) only last a handful of hours. The doctor's Rx very specifically regulates the dosing period and amount. For example, a common Rx for pyri...Reactions0reactionsComments5 replies
Droopy EyelidHi All, I am new here but wanted to share this. Also I am not saying it will work for all but it has majorly helped me. My doctor gave...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesOcular MG
Neuromuscular Blocking Medication Triggered MG SymptomsNeuromuscular blocking drugs are administered to patients during surgery as muscle relaxants to prevent muscle movement. These medications are scientifically recommended against use in myasthenia gravis patients and, if necessary...Reactions0reactionsComments0 repliesSurgeryTriggersCrisis
Mindfulness & Myasthenia Gravis: A Forum for Stress ManagementMindfulness & Myasthenia Gravis is an online forum crafted for individuals living with myasthenia gravis, offering a platform to discuss and share insights on how mindfulness can help in managing...Reactions0reactionsComments13 replies
Tapering Off Mestinon?I was on the phone with my PCP who told me that skipping a dose of Mestinon can cause my weakness symptoms to get worse even if I don't have...Reactions0reactionsComments4 repliesGeneralized MGMuscle WeaknessTreatment
Reassurance on blood test resultsHello, Just reaching out for some reassurance I've waited 6 months just to get my blood test results and I just want to ask if 8 nmol/L is positive for...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesDiagnosis
Juvenile MG recently diagnosedMy 10 year old daughter was diagnosed on October 31 2023. (As she says. A Halloween to remember). My husband and I are overwhelmed by how many symptoms she has...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesNewly Diagnosed
DisabilityI am currently on leave from my job for mental health issues. Much of what has led up to that, was my diagnosis in November of '21. I have a...Reactions0reactionsComments3 replies