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Word to the wise, especially for those living with myasthenia gravis (MG) at a young age: Us adults are all just faking it 'til we make it. It’s true. As...

Myasthenia gravis (MG) can be scary when you are left by yourself to figure out what is going on. Knowing who to call when you think there is a problem...

I have always loved gardening. I guess you could say "it’s in my blood." I’m a farmer’s daughter originally from Kansas. I pretty much did it all, just like my...

I don’t have stairs into my house. Well, I do, but they are covered with a wheelchair ramp. I needed a way into the house, so my husband and youngest...

As we all know, myasthenia gravis (MG) is a roller coaster ride that we didn't voluntarily get on, but we're on the ride anyway! Because of MG, I've had several...

"You work at a restaurant?" After people learn that I have myasthenia gravis (MG), it's very shocking for them to hear that I am a server. Doctors, nurses, and non-medical...

I can start out the day just fine. I'm ready to go as if I didn't have myasthenia gravis (MG), even if it's a day where I'm a little slow...

A diagnosis of myasthenia gravis (MG) can bring with it a lot of problems. One of those is home safety. There are some things in my home today that I...

I have lived in a converted van for 4 months, traveling full time with my boyfriend and 2 cats! We are in the process of working towards a converted school...

In the first 2 years of being diagnosed I found a doctor who was incredible. He really set the bar high for the things to look for in a practitioner...

I'm a bit frustrated right now. I'm hoping some of you can help me! I'm going to give some examples of why I hate myasthenia gravis (MG). I'm a pretty...

Many of us with myasthenia gravis suffer with varying degrees of weakness and pain. Activities most people take advantage of are more difficult for us. Whether you love to cook...

The days are getting shorter. Families and friends will be getting together for picnics and end-of-season celebrations. The continuing threat of COVID makes the option of outdoor social events more...

After 24 hours in the hospital for slurred speech, a drooping eye, double vision, and overall weakness, I had all clear tests. My frustration was rising with nurses about why...

Just after getting diagnosed with myasthenia gravis, I started taking Mestinon. It quickly made an amazing difference. A few months later, I started into an exacerbation, so my neurologist started...

For some reason, double vision is the hardest symptom for me to manage. I say double-vision, but for me it’s more like an intoxicated vision after drinking. It’s been quite...

Cleaning your home can be extremely tiring and difficult when living with myasthenia gravis (MG). This is true for me, even when I feel great. What can people living with...

I’ve had myasthenia gravis for almost 10 years now. I can’t believe I’m even typing that. It feels surreal to think back on how much I’ve learned since I was...

You’ve checked with your insurance about what durable equipment and mobility aids they will cover for myasthenia gravis (MG). You’ve discussed your needs with your physician. You’ve ruled out walkers...

I wrote an article called "My Experience with Doctors and Misdiagnoses" where I talked about how I finally got to meet with a neurologist who was able to figure out...