FeaturedFor the newly diagnosedBeing diagnosed with any condition can be challenging. Being diagnosed with a chronic autoimmune disease might feel impossible at first, but the good news is that it’s not impossible and...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesNewly Diagnosed
Communications on the JobWith such a rare condition, do you ask for accommodations or do you simply endure? What accommodations can help you continue to be productive?...Reactions0reactionsComments2 replies
Connection between MG and the sPLA2-11a Enzyme?See the link below which speaks to the impact of this enzyme which "has the capacity to bind to receptors at neuromuscular junctions and potentially disable the function of these...Reactions0reactionsComments0 repliesResearch & Clinical TrialsDiagnosisAutoimmune Diseases
Specifics of dxI hear you discuss antibodies, positive and negative this and that. What do I need to know to ask my neuro?...Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
Ocular myasthenia gravis Has anyone had an EMG test on their face? OMG...Reactions0reactionsComments6 repliesCopingAwareness
Immunosuppressed in a Vaxxed WorldThe masks are off...except at our house. After 2 different vaccines, my husband (on imuran and mestinon) still has no measurable antibodies. There are other tests, but the doctor recommends...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesAwareness
Abdominal cramps is common in our disease ??? Hi guys , do u guys have feelings about this .... Since several days , I had abdominal cramps ..can't tolerate at all ... I had research in google about...Reactions0reactionsComments8 replies
COVID PrecautionsThe CDC just published a caution about vaccination: "...(for immunocompromised persons) Covid-19 vaccine may not have been effective for them and encouraged them to take precautions as if they were...Reactions0reactionsComments0 repliesAwareness
FeaturedNever ever heard of this beforeDiagnosed 12 years ago. Just affected my right eye. Took pills - mestonen. 2 years ago started symptoms- weakening, losing weight, until I couldn't really swallow. Then, 2 hospital visits...Reactions0reactionsComments3 replies
Communicating about your myasthenia gravisWhen you encounter a friend or associate who is not familiar with myasthenia gravis, how do you (simply but accurately) explain the condition?...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesAwareness