Trying to Work After Almost Two YearsAs we all know, myasthenia gravis (MG) is a roller coaster ride that we didn't voluntarily get on, but we're on the...reactions2comments
You Work at a Restaurant?"You work at a restaurant?" After people learn that I have myasthenia gravis (MG), it's very shocking for them to hear that...reactionscomments
How I Explain MG to OthersI can start out the day just fine. I'm ready to go as if I didn't have myasthenia gravis (MG), even if...reactions6comments
Managing Safety at Home When Diagnosed with MGA diagnosis of myasthenia gravis (MG) can bring with it a lot of problems. One of those is home safety. There are...reactions2comments
Minimalizing Has Given Me Energy to Do MoreI have lived in a converted van for 4 months, traveling full time with my boyfriend and 2 cats! We are in...reactions2comments
Switching DoctorsIn the first 2 years of being diagnosed I found a doctor who was incredible. He really set the bar high for...reactions10comments
I Hate It, I Hate It, I Hate It!I'm a bit frustrated right now. I'm hoping some of you can help me! I'm going to give some examples of why...reactions9comments
Independent Living Aids for Cooking and EatingMany of us with myasthenia gravis suffer with varying degrees of weakness and pain. Activities most people take advantage of are more...reactions1comment
Planning for the PartyThe days are getting shorter. Families and friends will be getting together for picnics and end-of-season celebrations. The continuing threat of COVID...reactions2comments
Thanks to Social Media, I Met a Friend With MG in PersonAfter 24 hours in the hospital for slurred speech, a drooping eye, double vision, and overall weakness, I had all clear tests...reactions2comments
My Experience Taking Mycophenolate Mofetil (CellCept)Just after getting diagnosed with myasthenia gravis, I started taking Mestinon. It quickly made an amazing difference. A few months later, I...reactions7comments
Managing Vision IssuesFor some reason, double vision is the hardest symptom for me to manage. I say double-vision, but for me it’s more like...reactions31comments
Home Cleaning AidsCleaning your home can be extremely tiring and difficult when living with myasthenia gravis (MG). This is true for me, even when...reactions1comment
Making Self-Care a PriorityI’ve had myasthenia gravis for almost 10 years now. I can’t believe I’m even typing that. It feels surreal to think back...reactions11comments
Choosing a Wheelchair, Power Chair, or Mobility ScooterYou’ve checked with your insurance about what durable equipment and mobility aids they will cover for myasthenia gravis (MG). You’ve discussed your...reactionscomments
Firing My NeurologistI wrote an article called "My Experience with Doctors and Misdiagnoses" where I talked about how I finally got to meet with...reactionscomments
Obtaining a Mobility Aid and What One to ChooseA mobility aid is a piece of equipment or device designed to help you walk when your mobility is impaired, temporarily or...reactions1comment
The Process of Getting a Handicap PlacardIf you have trouble walking due to myasthenia gravis and haven’t gotten a handicap placard or license plate, you may want to...reactions8comments
Myasthenia Gravis (MG) Symptoms During My PregnancyI get asked a lot by other women who have myasthenia gravis (MG) what it was like for me when I was...reactions2comments
MG WarriorI am alone! No one understands what it's like for me. There's that deep pain inside, I just want to cry! The...reactions12comments
