How I Try to Tell the Difference Between MG Fluctuations and ProgressionOne of the hardest parts of living with Myasthenia Gravis, at least for me, is trying to figure out what’s a normal...reactions3comments
What MG Patients Really Want Their Neurologists to AskFor those living with Myasthenia Gravis (MG), a visit to the neurologist often follows a predictable script. There are strength tests, eye...reactions9comments
How to Cope With Unpredictable and Fluctuating SymptomsDealing with unpredictable and fluctuating symptoms can be quite scary and quite a headache if we want to be honest. You never...reactionscomments
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
My Seronegative MG Journey With PrednisoneWhen I was first diagnosed with Myasthenia Gravis (MG), I was in the middle of a severe flare-up. It was so bad...reactionscomments
Vaccines Before Treatment: How Our MG Community PreparesStarting a new treatment for myasthenia gravis (MG) can bring a wave of hope, but it also requires careful preparation. Many treatments...reactionscomments
Navigating Housework and Chores With Myasthenia GravisFor most people, chores like vacuuming the rug, folding a basket of laundry, or scrubbing the shower are mundane annoyances—tasks to be...reactionscomments
Myasthenia Gravis Complications and Your Life ExpectancyMyasthenia gravis (MG) is an autoimmune condition that impacts the way nerves and muscles communicate. The body mistakenly attacks itself, leading to...reactions41comments
How to Stay Safe During Warm and Humid Weather With MGIt is, ultimately, impossible to avoid warm weather outings when you live with MG. We all know the heat and humidity can...reactionscomments
Help Us Understand How You Make Treatment DecisionsWhen you were first diagnosed with myasthenia gravis, the mental load was probably enormous. New terminology. New specialists. New medications. New unknowns...reactions9comments
My Seronegative MG Treatment UpdateI've been living with myasthenia gravis for 6 years, and I've had to learn how to navigate a lot. Every day is...reactions2comments
Can Myasthenia Gravis Go Into Remission?I am currently in remission, defined by the Myasthenia Gravis Foundation of America as "a person [who has] no signs or symptoms...reactionscomments
How to Tell When an MG Medication Is WorkingKnowing whether a medication is working when you live with Myasthenia Gravis isn’t always straightforward. Unlike conditions where improvement is immediate or...reactionscomments
Bladder Problems and Myasthenia GravisMyasthenia gravis (MG) is an autoimmune disease that causes weakened muscles. With MG, the nerves are not able to communicate with muscles...reactions46comments
Speech Problems in Myasthenia GravisThe key symptom of myasthenia gravis (MG) is muscle weakness that gets worse after activity. This usually gets better after rest. Certain...reactions17comments
Is Myasthenia Gravis Genetic?Do your genes play a role in whether you will develop myasthenia gravis (MG)? There are no known risk factors for the...reactions8comments
Managing Myasthenia Gravis FlaresMyasthenia gravis (MG) is a chronic (long-term) autoimmune disorder. MG is caused by antibodies attacking receptors in muscles. This destroys how nerves...reactions50comments
Maintaining Eye Health With Myasthenia GravisMyasthenia gravis (MG) is a chronic condition that often causes muscle weakness. It happens when there is an interruption in the communication...reactions23comments
How Do Autoimmune Diseases Affect Cancer Risk?Our immune system is constantly working to fight foreign or dangerous invaders like viruses, fungi, or bacteria. This helps protect us from...reactions1comment
What Are Prism Glasses and Can They Help People With Myasthenia Gravis?Weakness of the muscles that control eye movement often causes the first symptoms of myasthenia gravis (MG). While there are therapies available...reactions42comments
