Life Will Never Be the SameThere is no joy left in life for me with myasthenia gravis (MG). I know most people would read that sentence and...reactions20comments
Learning Everything I Can About Myasthenia GravisIn this guest post, Mike Stabile talks about how he has navigated the past few years since his myasthenia gravis (MG) diagnosis...reactions37comments
Preparing for Winter Travel With MGTraveling anytime is trying at best, but winter travel can be quite challenging. I have done a lot of travel before and...reactions1comment
My Favorite Activities: Trying Not to Let MG Hold Me BackSo many times, we have to give up some things we love or love to do when we are diagnosed with a...reactions1comment
Choosing Compassion When We Don't Know People’s IntentionsWith Thanksgiving approaching, I encourage you to welcome this season as a reevaluation period. Similar to the basics of "treating others how...reactions7comments
Feeling Better Versus Coping Better: How to Tell the DifferenceEditor’s Note: This article originally was written by Leanne Donaldson and shared by our partner site Psoriatic-Arthritis.com. Living with chronic illness, we...reactions1comment
My Experience with a Modified Barium SwallowI’ve had chewing and swallowing issues on and off for years. I was prescribed a modified barium swallow study (MBSS) so the...reactions8comments
Will My Disability Benefits Change If My Diagnosis Changes?Getting approved for disability benefits from the US Social Security Administration (SSA) can take a lot of paperwork and patience. But you...reactionscomments
Decision Fatigue: What It Is and a Few Ways to Get Past ItEditor’s Note: This article originally was written by Leanne Donaldson and shared by our partner site Psoriatic-Arthritis.com. I almost hesitate to bring...reactionscomments
MG Symptoms: I Shouldn't Need to Explain MyselfI have found that when it comes to describing myasthenia gravis (MG), there is no one good explanation for every person. Just...reactions11comments
The Added Stress of Finding a New Neurologist for MGSince my husband’s recent fractured ankle and my pacemaker implantation and cardioversion, we have been staying at our youngest son’s home. He...reactionscomments
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...reactions35comments
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...reactions1comment
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...reactions1comment
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...reactions9comments
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...reactions4comments
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)...reactions14comments
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...reactions1comment
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...reactionscomments
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...reactions8comments
