Dry Eye Therapies for MGMost people have experienced the unpleasant feeling of dry eyes. It is a common complaint I hear from patients at the pharmacy. People with myasthenia gravis (MG) are more likely...reactions4comments
The Struggle to Find Knowledgeable PhysiciansAs I read comments from others on the Myasthenia-Gravis.com Facebook page, I see many about physicians that seem to be unfamiliar with myasthenia gravis (MG). For some, taking years for...reactionscomments
Undergoing Multiple Major SurgeriesAlthough I was just was diagnosed with myasthenia gravis (MG) in October of 2020, I had symptoms most of my life. At times, they were severe and included breathing problems...reactions2comments
Finding a Balance with Exercise and Myasthenia GravisI don’t think it comes as any surprise that 1 of the top resolutions each New Year is to exercise more. We all know that working out is excellent for...reactions5comments
A Guide to Buying a Blood Pressure MonitorPeople with myasthenia gravis (MG) may be at a higher risk of high blood pressure (BP) compared to the rest of the population. In fact, one study found that MG patients have...reactionscomments
MG Makes Me Hesitant to Date AgainMyasthenia gravis (MG) has brought new fears of committing to a life partner. Dating is more complex than before. I have worries different from what a typical relationship involves. Will...reactionscomments
The Adverse Effects of Heat and Cold When You Have MGI live in the mid-south where extreme hot weather is the norm late spring through early fall. The heat is accompanied with high humidity. Winter brings pleasant days as well...reactionscomments
Chronic Secretions and Mucus Can Be ChallengingSince my initial myasthenia gravis (MG) diagnosis, I’ve noticed an increase in secretions/mucus. I have also been diagnosed with hypothyroidism, allergies, and asthma, so I just thought the increase was...reactions2comments
6 Tips for Staying on Top of TreatmentLiving with a long-term health condition requires us to stay on top of everything: doctor’s appointments, new symptoms, insurance, and, of course, managing treatment – all while taking care of...reactionscomments
Facing Surgery with a Diagnosis of Myasthenia GravisI have had 3 prior surgeries, all while experiencing the same symptoms that I currently have. The difference now is that I have been officially diagnosed with myasthenia gravis (MG)...reactionscomments
Thriving in Marriage After MGWhen I was diagnosed with myasthenia gravis (MG), my husband and I had been married for 5 years. We had 1 toddler and a baby on the way. Our marriage...reactions2comments
Finding Comfort When We Redefine FamilyThe holiday season recently passed. If family interactions didn’t unravel as well as we had hoped, we might still focus on this defeat. This is not the mentality we need...reactions7comments
The Impact of Myasthenia Gravis on FriendshipsBefore I was diagnosed with myasthenia gravis (MG), I was very social. I loved community gatherings and hosted people over at our home almost every week. There was nothing like...reactions1comment
Accepting My Limitations Gave Me FreedomIf there’s one thing myasthenia gravis (MG) brings, it’s limitations: limitations on the capacity for activity, work, and the potential for productivity. When I was first diagnosed with MG, the...reactions7comments
Become Your Own Myasthenia Gravis AdvocateAs you probably know, myasthenia gravis (MG) is a chronic autoimmune disease. Because of the rarity of this disease, many physicians and other medical professionals know or understand little about...reactions1comment
Diagnosing Myasthenia GravisMyasthenia gravis (MG) can be a hard diagnosis to receive. I don’t mean hard as in emotionally challenging, although that definitely happens too. I mean it is difficult to find...reactions1comment
A Healing Balm for Stress and AnxietyStress and anxiety have been a constant tension in my life. A few days ago, a mysterious itchy rash started spreading across my body like wildfire. I scrambled to book...reactions1comment
Living with and Managing Multiple ConditionsIn other articles, I’ve talked briefly about living with 2 or more health conditions. When I was first diagnosed with myasthenia gravis in December 2008, I was also diagnosed with...reactions5comments
Raising Young Children While Managing Myasthenia GravisI have 2 children - a son who is 4, and a daughter who just turned 2. Life is nonstop with the demands of 2 toddlers. With them still dependent...reactionscomments
I'm a Rag DollRag dolls are made out of cloth and slightly stuffed. When you set one down, they just kind of crumple into a heap. They cannot be posed into any form...reactions13comments
