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Myasthenia gravis (MG) is an autoimmune disorder that creates challenges for our medical and dental care. You may not be accustomed to having to research every aspect of your care...

I remember one of the first things I thought I’d have to give up shortly after being diagnosed with myasthenia gravis (MG) was traveling. I couldn’t imagine being away from...

Hair styling can be a real drain for people with myasthenia gravis (MG). For something that should be so very simple, it's often frustrating and challenging on us. I am...

When I was first diagnosed with myasthenia gravis (MG), I didn’t know there were levels to symptom severity. I just knew that I didn’t feel well. It took several months...

Processing a myasthenia gravis (MG) diagnosis takes time. You might also worry about the impact on your relationships. Friends, family, and caregivers may wonder how they can help you adjust...

Medical Disclaimer: This content was created for generalized informational purposes only. This is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Pyridostigmine (Mestinon) is a...

Dr. Aziz Shaibani is a neurologist specializing in neuromuscular disorders with over 30 years of experience. He serves as a Clinical Professor of Medicine at Baylor College of Medicine; Adjunct...

When we have a disease such as myasthenia gravis, how do we function? How do we continue to work, do our chores, be a spouse, a parent, cook, go shopping?...

When I was first diagnosed with myasthenia gravis, I remember thinking that the Mestinon my doctor prescribed would just make all my symptoms go away. I remember him describing it...

It's spring here and I'm rather excited! Now, that might seem strange to say being that I have myasthenia gravis (MG) and I can't do a lot. Although my medications...

I will be doing a series of articles about how to make life a little easier when you have myasthenia gravis (MG). The articles will be centered around bathing, grooming...

We all know there’s a certain amount of risk with surgery and anesthesia under the best of circumstances. Surgeons and anesthesiologists talk to their patients about the expected results and...

Years ago while undiagnosed, I was desperately looking for ways to help me cope. My muscles were so tired, weak, and hurt so bad at times that I could not...

When I was first diagnosed with myasthenia gravis (MG) in 2015, I was extremely underwhelmed by the number of treatment options. Somehow I was also extremely overwhelmed with the idea...

In case you missed it, check out part 1 of this article, "A Myasthenia Gravis Diagnosis After the Age of 55." The "wild ride" I was on was a turning...

There aren’t many treatment options for myasthenia gravis (MG) so when we find one that actually works, it’s like hitting the lotto, even when that treatment comes with a ton...

I learned little about myasthenia gravis (MG) when I went through nursing school, graduating in 1972. However, one of the main things I remember about myasthenia was that the onset...

Ever since my medication change to mycophenolate (CellCept), I’ve done quite well! I’ve had very minor issues since then and I’ve lost about half of my prednisone weight. I’m glad...

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While I realize that everyone's experience can be different, this is a personal account of my experience with COVID-19 and myasthenia gravis (MG). In January 2021, I was in a...