Getting a Colonoscopy When You Have Myasthenia GravisI know everybody loves to get colonoscopy! I just recently had my third colonoscopy, but it was the first one after being...reactions9comments
Preparing for Surgery When You Have Myasthenia GravisMedical Disclaimer: This content was created for generalized informational purposes only. This is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical...reactions1comment
My Experience with a Modified Barium SwallowI’ve had chewing and swallowing issues on and off for years. I was prescribed a modified barium swallow study (MBSS) so the...reactions8comments
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...reactions14comments
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...reactions3comments
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...reactions1comment
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...reactions8comments
Can I Prevent Ocular MG From Progressing to Generalized MG?Ocular myasthenia gravis is a type of myasthenia gravis (MG) that mainly affects the eye and eyelid muscles. If you have ocular...reactions2comments
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...reactionscomments
My MG ProgressionMy myasthenia gravis (MG) symptoms first began in 2013. I should say "symptom" because it was only vision issues. I never had...reactions7comments
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...reactions1comment
The Challenges of Living Away from HomeI have myasthenia gravis (MG), and even though I’m partially confined to a wheelchair/power chair, I can still walk with the aid...reactions3comments
Holidays After Myasthenia GravisThe holidays are coming up and for someone with myasthenia gravis (MG), that may mean they look different than we might be...reactions5comments
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...reactionscomments
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...reactions1comment
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...reactionscomments
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...reactionscomments
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...reactionscomments
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...reactions3comments
My Horrible Side Effect with PrednisoneI was put on prednisone because the Mestinon alone didn’t help, nor did the intravenous immune globulin (IVIG). The first time I...reactions1comment
