Azathioprine for Myasthenia GravisEditor's Note: Azathioprine is used off-label to treat myasthenia gravis. Talk to your doctor about the risks and benefits of this treatment...reactions7comments
Life as a Military Spouse Living with MGShortly after my myasthenia gravis diagnosis in 1995, I married my college sweetheart who was an Ensign in the US Navy. I...reactionscomments
Thanks to Social Media, I Met a Friend With MG in PersonAfter 24 hours in the hospital for slurred speech, a drooping eye, double vision, and overall weakness, I had all clear tests...reactions2comments
COVID Vaccines for People with Myasthenia GravisAs the COVID-19 vaccine rollout continues, you may wonder how the vaccine affects people living with long-term illnesses like myasthenia gravis (MG)...reactionscomments
Special Delivery: Navigating the Maze of SpecialistsLike many in this community, my husband’s path to diagnosis and treatment was far from direct. His symptoms began while we were...reactionscomments
Managing Flares by Listening to My HeartThe first few months after my myasthenia gravis (MG) diagnosis, I had to quit my job. My vision was consistently double and...reactionscomments
Potential New Therapies for MGThere are several new emerging pharmaceuticals for myasthenia gravis (MG). Many of these therapies have a novel mechanism of action, thereby offering...reactions8comments
Be Your Own Agent - or TheirsThere is a term educators use that seems simple, but is really pretty deep. It’s agency - the sense that what you...reactionscomments
Community Views: Shifting Perspectives After an MG DiagnosisA myasthenia gravis (MG) diagnosis can change many things in your life. Energy, activity level, pain, and stamina can shift daily. Your...reactionscomments
How Do I Make My Outdoor Space Power Chair-Friendly?I don’t let myasthenia gravis (MG) stop me from being outside and enjoying the things I love. But how do I make...reactionscomments
Furniture for MG WeaknessLet’s talk about living room and dining room furniture since that’s where we spend a lot of time. My husband and I...reactionscomments
Minimalizing Has Given Me Energy to Do MoreI have lived in a converted van for 4 months, traveling full time with my boyfriend and 2 cats! We are in...reactions2comments
Understanding Myasthenia Gravis AntibodiesMyasthenia gravis (MG) is an autoimmune disorder that affects muscles, causing weakness. This weakness often gets worse as the day goes on...reactionscomments
Myasthenia Gravis and Differential DiagnosisMyasthenia gravis (MG) is an autoimmune condition. This means it is caused by the immune system attacking the body mistakenly. The symptoms...reactions8comments
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Myasthenia GravisWhether you are living with myasthenia gravis (MG) or know someone who is, here is a guide to the basics of MG...reactionscomments
Steps Towards Making the Bedroom MG-FriendlyMany myasthenia gravis (MG) sufferers complain of insomnia or difficulty sleeping. For a while after my diagnosis, I had several MG symptoms...reactions2comments
Keep Calm and Spoon OnHave you ever heard of the term "spoonie?" If you know what a spoonie is, then there is a good chance you...reactionscomments
The Hardest Thing for Me with Myasthenia GravisLet me be clear: There are so many hard things about myasthenia gravis (MG). There is the fatigue, chewing and swallowing issues...reactions9comments
MG Versus MSMyasthenia gravis (MG) is a chronic (long-term) condition that affects your muscles and causes weakness. Multiple sclerosis (MS) is also a chronic...reactionscomments
Conquering My Fear of Swimming After DiagnosisThe first time I went swimming after my myasthenia gravis (MG) diagnosis, I was very anxious. For those who haven’t experienced the...reactions14comments
