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...reactions31comments
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
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...reactions1comment
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...reactions4comments
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...reactionscomments
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...reactionscomments
