How to Find Relief from Nightly Leg CrampsThere are many online discussions and articles concerning nightly leg cramps with myasthenia gravis (MG). When people ask how to manage cramping, a few things are recommended in the comments... By Jodi Enders4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
What Is Medical PTSD?Post-traumatic stress disorder, or PTSD, is anxiety in the aftermath of a traumatic event. You may think of it happening to a soldier returning from war or a victim of... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
My Earliest MG SymptomsI often hear people say their myasthenia gravis (MG) symptoms started manifesting long before they realized what was going on. I find this to be true for me. I’ve been... By Janice Koehn4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Services Provided by Offices for the AgingPeople are living longer than ever before, and the number of older adults in the United States is increasing. However, being an older adult can come with challenges. These issues... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Embarrassed by MG Speech StrugglesMyasthenia gravis (MG) speech troubles cause me embarrassment, frustration, and depression. Trouble speaking from MG can contribute to a lower quality of life, whether it gets in the way of... By Jodi Enders4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments9 comments
Finding Relief from the Adverse Effects of MestinonI’ve seen and heard many comments about the side effects some people tend to have with Mestinon (pyridostigmine). I think it’s pretty common that these side effects can cause a... By Janice Koehn3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments9 comments
Magnesium Sulfate and Myasthenia GravisMyasthenia gravis (MG) is an autoimmune disorder that can cause symptoms like muscle weakness and fatigue. Certain drugs or treatments can make the symptoms of MG worse. Magnesium sulfate is... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Drinking Alcohol With Myasthenia GravisManaging an autoimmune condition like myasthenia gravis (MG) involves careful attention to what you put in your body, including alcohol. Making informed choices about how much you drink may change... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Book Review: "Myasthenia Gravis: The Musical"Search for a book that discusses the humorous side of myasthenia gravis (MG), and you are likely to come up short. Until now. Earlier this year playwright, author, and actor... By Mike Stabile2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
My Vision Difficulties Because of Myasthenia GravisI usually don’t have a lot of myasthenia gravis (MG) symptoms anymore, but I do still have some. One of these symptoms has to do with my eyes and vision... By Janice Koehn2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments18 comments
Stress Can Be Good For UsWhen living with myasthenia gravis (MG), we often seek a life without stress. Stress can lead to many health conditions and trigger MG symptoms, so it seems evident that having... By Jodi Enders3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Pain and Your EmotionsAbout 1 in 5 Americans lives with chronic pain. Chronic pain is pain that does not go away. Such pain is often caused by chronic health conditions. Pain can impact... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
How to Navigate Online Ratings of DoctorsEditor's Note: This article was written by Elizabeth Medeiros and originally appeared on our partner site Psoriatic-Arthritis.com. The internet has changed how we've done everything these days, from dating to... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
It's Not Always a Struggle with MGSo far, I’ve mostly written about everything that has been a struggle with myasthenia gravis (MG). However, not everything I’ve experienced has been a struggle. It’s time to talk about... By Janice Koehn3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Finding a Support Person for Doctor AppointmentsPeople with chronic health conditions like myasthenia gravis (MG) often face complex treatment plans and multiple doctor visits. Brain fog, fatigue, and problems concentrating are frequent side effects too. That... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
The Ripple Effect of Advocacy: Celebrating Rare Disease Day® and BeyondAs we mark another Rare Disease Day®, celebrated globally on the last day of February, it's a time for reflection on the journey of advocacy, connection, and empowerment that many... By Deborah Vick2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
What MG Pain is to Me and How I Deal with ItI know there are many of us with myasthenia gravis (MG) that suffer with muscle pain. I don’t necessarily want to talk about how much pain I have, since pain... By Janice Koehn3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Coping with MG When You’re Not ReligiousMyasthenia gravis (MG) is a unique disease by nature, but it is also a unique perceived experience due to many factors, such as social circumstances, living situations, mental health, financial... By Jodi Enders4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Pacing Yourself, Pushing Yourself: Managing Energy With a Rare DiseaseEditor's Note: This article was written by Natalie Abbott and originally appeared on our partner site RareDisease.net. I am beginning this article on my commute train to work, starting another... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Aging Gracefully with Myasthenia GravisMyasthenia gravis (MG) has not been studied sufficiently in older adults. But, more and more often, MG is being found in the older population. In fact, my diagnosis came just... By Janice Koehn3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments