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...reactions40comments
What Myasthenia Gravis Drugs are Safe During Pregnancy?Pregnancy is an exciting time. But, for those with autoimmune conditions such as myasthenia gravis (MG), pregnancy may be accompanied by feelings...reactionscomments
Country Life with Myasthenia GravisThe temperature is about 72 degrees with soft breezes today as I sit here on the deck in my rocking chair overlooking...reactions1comment
A Major Step Towards DiagnosisAt this point in the ongoing recount of my hospitalization and diagnosis of myasthenia gravis (MG), more new symptoms kept rolling in...reactions1comment
What To Do While Waiting for a DiagnosisThere’s an old meme about a frog in a pot. It waits and waits to respond to increasing discomfort. It's not just frogs; humans...reactions2comments
The Unspoken Battle of Weight LossWhen many people with myasthenia gravis (MG) talk about their struggle with weight, they often talk about weight gain. Weight gain is...reactions5comments
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...reactions15comments
Refractory Myasthenia GravisMyasthenia gravis (MG) is an autoimmune condition in which the body mistakenly attacks itself. In MG, the way nerves and muscles communicate...reactions4comments
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
Myasthenia Gravis Effects on Speaking and SwallowingThe symptoms I mentioned in my previous articles were all I experienced that weekend. But after my admission to the hospital, that...reactions126comments
A Closer Look at MestinonThere are many forms of myasthenia gravis (MG) but the exact cause is still not clear for everyone. While there is currently...reactions10comments
Digital Health vs. Digital TherapeuticsTechnology is now a common way to deliver healthcare. Digital health products help prevent, diagnose, or manage chronic conditions. Devices range from...reactions7comments
Going Through Testing for Myasthenia GravisAfter experiencing difficulty breathing and having vision problems, I still had no diagnosis. I was home for the long Thanksgiving weekend when...reactionscomments
The Effects of Happiness on Myasthenia GravisWe're all told about how depression, anxiety, and stress can make our myasthenia gravis (MG) symptoms worse. But, what about the effects of...reactions2comments
