I Just Want To Sleep: Insomnia and MGOne of the first symptoms of my myasthenia gravis (MG) was insomnia. The first night it happened, I was not too concerned because anyone can have an occasional night of... By Sally Farrier2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments12 comments
Is MG Causing Fatigue, Pain, and Knots in My Muscles?After a myasthenia gravis (MG) diagnosis, if not before, many of us experience pain in one way or another. Some experience joint pain, some headaches, and others experience muscle cramps... By Janice Koehn2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Not All MG Support Groups Are HelpfulI want to say how thankful I am for Myasthenia-Gravis.com and the way this community is run. I will admit that at times I have some controversial viewpoints. Sometimes I... By Sally Farrier3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Vitamins and Minerals I Prioritize with Myasthenia GravisMyasthenia gravis (MG) is not directly affected by diet. Certain foods can help mitigate some side effects from MG treatments, but diet will not cure MG. However, there are vital... By Jodi Enders4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Value of Family Support As We Battle Myasthenia GravisLiving with chronic illnesses, especially those that remain invisible to the world, is akin to riding the most extreme roller coaster. Picture the tallest, most thrilling roller coaster you've ever... By Deborah Vick3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
Job Hunting with MGI find that searching for a job is not a commonly talked about topic when it comes to having myasthenia gravis (MG). Rightfully so, when you think about all the... By Shelbie Brown2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments14 comments
Learning to Cope with PtosisI deal with ptosis (droopy eyelids) on a daily basis. Some days are not so bad - it just occurs every few hours when it's time to take another dose... By Sally Farrier2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
How to Handle Insurance Denials and LimitsFinding out that your health insurance company has denied a claim can be frustrating and complicated. Understanding what an insurance denial is and what you can do about it may... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Life With MG After a Pacemaker and CardioversionTo say my life is different after having a pacemaker is an understatement! Many symptoms of heart failure can mimic myasthenia gravis (MG) symptoms, hypothyroidism, and asthma - so I’m... By Janice Koehn3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments8 comments
Is There Hope with Myasthenia Gravis?For the years leading up to this myasthenia gravis (MG) flare, I worked 40 to 60 hours or more a week. I was going full steam every day. I'm not... By Sally Farrier2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
The Anxiety That Comes with an MG DiagnosisAnxiety on its own can be debilitating. It’s a completely separate and individual diagnosis that many people struggle with. What I didn’t expect when I was initially diagnosed with myasthenia... By Mallory San Nicolas3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
What Activities Increase Your MG Muscle Weakness?Myasthenia gravis (MG) is often referred to as the "snowflake disease" because symptoms and severity can vary from person to person. With MG, everyone's condition can look a little different... By Myasthenia-Gravis.com Team2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
When Another Health Crisis Hits with MGA few months ago, I had a medical emergency. My heart was failing and I was unable to function. Looking back at this particular event, my symptoms may have started... By Janice Koehn4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Transsternal Thymectomy Recovery: Tips, Advice, and What to ExpectA little over a year ago, I had a transsternal thymectomy. In this article I will share tips and advice I learned while recovering from surgery. If all goes smoothly... By Jodi Enders4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments19 comments
My MG WishlistIf you have myasthenia gravis (MG), you know how much stuff you miss out on in life. Although I have heard of a few people who have gone on to... By Sally Farrier2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Those Commercials!With a condition like myasthenia gravis (MG), it’s easy to become glued to a recliner and watch way too much television. But it doesn’t even require a condition to develop... By Juliana Texley4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Every Season with Myasthenia GravisWhere I live there are 4 very distinct seasons! I truly do like all 4 seasons. Each has their own uniqueness about them. But for me, each one also creates... By Sally Farrier2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
Overcoming a Fear of NeedlesHaving a fear of needles, also known as trypanophobia, is very common. The number of needles you are exposed while trying to receive a diagnosis of myasthenia gravis (MG) or... By Jodi Enders3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Living with Multiple DiagnosesYou would think that having a rare, chronic illness would be enough, but most of us have found that when there is 1, there is often 2 ... or 3... By Mallory San Nicolas3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments20 comments
What to Eat and Avoid with MG DysphagiaWhile I was in the hospital being tested for myasthenia gravis (MG), I developed a symptom no one wants - the inability to swallow, or dysphagia. It came out of... By Janice Koehn4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments