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About 50 million people in the United States live with chronic pain, meaning their pain is long-term. Chronic pain can come and go or be constant. It can interfere with...

Traveling abroad is a lot of fun, but getting sick while traveling can put a damper on your trip. People with myasthenia gravis (MG) can face unique – even life-threatening...

Living with a chronic illness can be challenging, both physically and emotionally. I've found that speaking to myself kindly and positively helps counteract negative doubts and worries. Affirmations can immensely...

The autoimmune condition myasthenia gravis (MG) may cause changes in a person’s facial expressions. These changes are especially noticeable around the eyes and mouth. In severe cases, the changes can...

Living with myasthenia gravis (MG) can make us question our physical limits. When the body feels heavy or uncooperative, even the smallest movements can feel daunting. For a long time...

When when I was living alone with myasthenia gravis (MG), I encountered many challenges. Although I only took on this endeavor after my symptoms were somewhat under control with treatment...

When you are diagnosed with a rare disease, you might feel overwhelmed about what to expect. Because few people have myasthenia gravis (MG), there may be a lack of information...

In order to spread awareness about myasthenia gravis (MG), I think it's essential to delve into the perception of MG versus the reality and shed light on the everyday lives...

I have myasthenia gravis (MG) and over the past year I have been a caregiver to my husband throughout several illnesses, which included taking care of him while he was...

Since my myasthenia gravis (MG) first manifested 4 years ago, I’ve tried to wrap my head around how it started, and since then, what repeatedly causes my flare-ups or exacerbations...

Intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIG) is a treatment option for many people with autoimmune diseases. IVIG can be a treatment for myasthenia gravis (MG). However, this treatment is associated with certain risks...

Myasthenia gravis (MG) is an autoimmune disease that causes muscle weakness. One of the symptoms of MG is light sensitivity, officially called photophobia. This can cause a strong dislike of...

Intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIG) is also known as gamma globulin. IVIG is used to treat a variety of autoimmune conditions, including myasthenia gravis (MG). IVIG boosts the number of healthy antibodies...

Myasthenia gravis (MG) is a condition that causes muscle weakness. But weakness is not the only symptom of MG. In fact, it can be hard to diagnose MG because the...

After my thymectomy surgery, getting plenty of rest and sleep was a soothing and natural way to manage my discomfort. Pain is common after surgery - I had pain in...

It has been about 4 years since I was initially diagnosed with myasthenia gravis (MG). And now, 3 years after my thymectomy surgery. All is well, and my neurologist thinks...

I’ve had myasthenia gravis (MG) for several years now and I know people with MG can have issues with hot or cold temperatures. Personally, I've had some issues with humidity...

When I was first diagnosed with myasthenia gravis (MG), I couldn't lift my arms above my head 10 times. Fortunately, my MG weakness improved with treatment and lifestyle changes. But...

Living with myasthenia gravis (MG) can mean frequent hospital visits, especially for those of us on immunosuppressants. In my experience, what might seem like a minor infection or cold can...

Fatigue is what doctors call feeling exhausted or lacking mental or physical energy. It may also mean you cannot continue activities as long as you would like. It is 1...