Feeling Defeated by Myasthenia GravisThis week we've had high heat along with high humidity. I don't know about you, but for me, it's been a real...reactions1comment
Motherhood and Myasthenia GravisWhen I feel better, I want to: This was the wish list I made as I lay bedridden with myasthenia gravis. These...reactionscomments
What Is the Difference Between Myasthenia Gravis and Bell’s Palsy?Myasthenia gravis (MG) and Bell’s palsy share a few common symptoms. However, they are different conditions with distinct underlying causes. MG is...reactionscomments
My Experience with Urinary IncontinenceI don’t know about you, but I get so tired of needing to pee, along with not being able to hold it...reactions24comments
Why Can’t We Find the Correct Treatment for Me?Back in December 2008, I’d been living with a diagnosis of myasthenia gravis (MG), asthma, allergies, and hypertension for a couple of...reactionscomments
Rediscovering a New "Normal"When I received my diagnosis of myasthenia gravis (MG) in February of 2019, everything changed. My full and busy life came to...reactionscomments
Adjusting to Life with Myasthenia GravisI spent days in the hospital awaiting a diagnosis. Finally, I was home at last! When I got home, I had a...reactions5comments
Resistance Band Stretching Helps my MGHow did people with myasthenia gravis (MG) get the nickname "snowflake"? Because we are all different just like a snowflake. No 2...reactions3comments
Rituximab for Myasthenia GravisRituximab is a drug used for various autoimmune conditions, one being myasthenia gravis (MG). Many people with MG see a response with...reactions5comments
What To Know About Antibiotics and Myasthenia GravisIf you have myasthenia gravis (MG), certain drugs can make your MG symptoms worse. It is important that you and your doctors...reactions15comments
Reclaiming My Career After Myasthenia GravisIn April of 2019, I officially quit. I stepped down from everything I was involved in. It felt like my aspirations were...reactions1comment
Moody Myasthenia Roller Coaster RideI don't know about you, but for me, the moodiness of myasthenia gravis (MG) just makes it hard to live with. Think...reactions3comments
What Is the Connection Between Pain and Myasthenia Gravis?Myasthenia gravis (MG) is an autoimmune condition that affects how nerves and muscles talk to one another. This can lead to muscle...reactions78comments
After a Long Wait ... Finally A DiagnosisIn case you missed it, you can read about the days leading up to Janice's diagnosis in the article, A Major Step...reactionscomments
Social Media and Myasthenia Gravis SupportWith a diagnosis of myasthenia gravis (MG) often comes a sense of intense loneliness. The disease is rare. The symptoms are mostly...reactions5comments
Take the Managing Treatment and Medication SurveyThe Managing Treatment and Medication Survey is now closed. Thank you for your interest! Treatment is a big part of managing a...reactionscomments
What Is the Tensilon Test?The Tensilon test is a procedure once used to help diagnose myasthenia gravis (MG). It has not been used in the United...reactions1comment
Frustrated with Vision ProblemsDo you also have vision problems? With all the stuff that goes on with myasthenia gravis (MG), one of the more frustrating things...reactions6comments
My Experience With RituximabI was diagnosed with anti-MuSK myasthenia gravis (MuSK+ MG) in February of 2019. My neurologist recommended getting rituximab because of its high...reactions3comments
Can You Die From Myasthenia Gravis?Myasthenia gravis (MG) is an autoimmune condition that impacts the way nerves and muscles communicate. The body mistakenly attacks itself, leading to...reactions41comments
