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...reactions20comments
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...reactions5comments
The Fun Thing About Life: How I Find Humor in MGThere is nothing fun about having myasthenia gravis (MG). It has a lot of ups and downs and twists and turns. You never know from one second to the next what...reactions12comments
Is It the Heat or the Humidity?Don't get me wrong, I know the heat bothers me with myasthenia gravis (MG). But my husband and I have been paying very close attention to the humidity and pressure...reactionscomments
Preparing for and Managing MG Muscle WeaknessA myasthenia gravis (MG) trigger is anything that makes MG symptoms worse. Everyone's triggers can be different, but understanding what worsens your MG can help you manage your condition. We...reactions6comments
A Trip to the Emergency Room with Breathing DifficultySeveral months ago I called my dedicated nurse, Diane, who was assigned to me by my insurance company to help with my myasthenia gravis (MG). I don't know about you...reactions1comment
Feeling Left in the Dust When MG Prevents Us from Joining Our PartnerMyasthenia gravis (MG), the ultimate buzzkill, may have you feeling left in the dust when symptoms leave you unable to tag along with your partner to everything. It can leave...reactionscomments
Compromised Mobility and Hotel Emergency EvacuationWhen we’re traveling, we often stay in a hotel. Since I have myasthenia gravis (MG) with limited mobility, I research everything I question. I have gained a lot of knowledge...reactionscomments
Keeping Your Medical Records OrganizedKeeping track of your medical records is essential for your health, especially when you, your child, or your loved one has myasthenia gravis. With organized medical records, you can track...reactionscomments
Unpredictable Fatigue with Myasthenia GravisOne of the hardest parts of dealing with myasthenia gravis (MG) is fatigue. Especially never knowing when it's going to hit or not knowing how long that fatigue is going...reactions22comments
Coping with Muscle Spasms and Cramping in MGMuscle weakness is the hallmark of myasthenia gravis (MG). However, at Myasthenia-Gravis.com, community members often discuss a variety of symptoms they have experienced since diagnosis, including muscle spasms and cramping...reactions58comments
My First Pregnancy with an MG DiagnosisI’m 9 months pregnant and about to have our third baby any day. Although my symptoms with myasthenia gravis (MG) started presenting during my second pregnancy (more than 10 years...reactionscomments
Community Views: Shifting Perspectives After an MG DiagnosisA myasthenia gravis (MG) diagnosis can change many things in your life. Energy, activity level, pain, and stamina can shift daily. Your outlook on life can shift as well. Members...reactionscomments
How Do I Make My Outdoor Space Power Chair-Friendly?I don’t let myasthenia gravis (MG) stop me from being outside and enjoying the things I love. But how do I make that happen when I’m in a power chair?...reactionscomments
What MG Muscle Weakness Feels LikeMyasthenia gravis (MG) is an autoimmune disease that causes muscle weakness. But what exactly does muscle weakness feel like? To understand more, we took the opportunity to ask our Patient...reactions38comments
CellCept From My StandpointI have been on CellCept® (mycophenolate mofetil) for 2 and a half years since my myasthenia gravis (MG) diagnosis. I am sharing my experience to benefit others interested in learning...reactions11comments
Steps Towards Making the Bedroom MG-FriendlyMany myasthenia gravis (MG) sufferers complain of insomnia or difficulty sleeping. For a while after my diagnosis, I had several MG symptoms, 1 of which was difficulty breathing, especially if...reactions2comments
Keep Calm and Spoon OnHave you ever heard of the term "spoonie?" If you know what a spoonie is, then there is a good chance you may consider yourself a spoonie or relate to...reactionscomments
The Hardest Thing for Me with Myasthenia GravisLet me be clear: There are so many hard things about myasthenia gravis (MG). There is the fatigue, chewing and swallowing issues, breathing difficulty, and vision problems, just to name...reactions7comments
5 Things I Wish I Knew When I Was Diagnosed with MGThis year marks 10 years since myasthenia gravis (MG) began for me. My official 10 year anniversary of living with this disease. Looking back, I had so many thoughts running...reactions37comments
