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
Considerations for Driving with Myasthenia GravisWhen the diverse symptoms of myasthenia gravis converge to a diagnosis, the many unknowns can be the hardest part. Chief among them...reactionscomments
Is There Such A Thing As Bulbar Myasthenia Gravis?Myasthenia gravis (MG) can have wide-reaching effects on the body. This can lead to different symptoms and ways of classifying MG. One...reactions25comments
Take the Person Before Patient SurveyThe Person Before Patient Survey is now closed. Thank you for your interest! What makes us the people we are? Living with...reactionscomments
Managing Flares by Listening to My BodyI am turning 30 this year, which has prompted me to start thinking about what I am taking away from my 20s...reactionscomments
Myasthenia Eyes and the Emotional TollThe first symptom I experienced was the droopy eyelid. At first, I figured it was from the edema I had experienced for...reactions29comments
What Causes Remission in Myasthenia Gravis?Myasthenia gravis (MG) is a rare, autoimmune disease that causes a person’s muscles to become weak and to tire easily. The way...reactions23comments
The Role of Sunscreen for Myasthenia GravisAs the warmer and sunnier days approach, it is time to be mindful of how the sun’s rays impact our bodies. Some...reactionscomments
Myasthenia Gravis Can't Stop Me“You have textbook case myasthenia.” Those were the exact terms the neurologist uttered at the time of my diagnosis. The words I...reactions7comments
Myasthenia Gravis and Sleep DisordersMyasthenia gravis (MG) causes fatigue or extreme tiredness. At the same time, many people with this autoimmune disease have trouble sleeping. Common...reactions4comments
What Are Digital Therapeutics?Digital therapeutics (DTx) first entered clinical discussions in the 1990s. The idea was that technology could improve healthcare access. It could help...reactionscomments
The Gravis GourmetMyasthenia gravis (MG) brings challenges on many levels. Fatigue and weakness are only the beginning. Chewing and swallowing can become more difficult...reactions6comments
Finding Hope in The Midst of a PandemicI remember when the news started pouring in. Each day I fearfully anticipated the next update on a new virus taking over...reactions2comments
A Long and Frightening Road To a Myasthenia DiagnosisI was diagnosed with myasthenia gravis in December 2008. The long road to discovering the diagnosis wasn’t just frustrating, it was a...reactions7comments
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
Maintaining Eye Health With Myasthenia GravisMyasthenia gravis (MG) is a chronic condition that often causes muscle weakness. It happens when there is an interruption in the communication...reactions21comments
Community Views: Advice For the Newly DiagnosedReceiving a myasthenia gravis (MG) diagnosis can be a turning point. While you are no longer searching for answers when it comes...reactions2comments
We're in Charge of Celebrations!There’s a classic children’s book with the name I’m In Charge of Celebrations. It’s been 25 years since I read it. I can’t...reactionscomments
How to Navigate a Mental Health EmergencyEditor’s Note: This article was originally shared by our sister site, ParkinsonsDisease.net, and was written by Brooke Huminski. Living with a chronic...reactionscomments
EMG Testing for Myasthenia Gravis: What to ExpectMyasthenia gravis (MG) is a condition that affects the way nerves communicate with muscles. Diagnosing myasthenia gravis can take a while –...reactions5comments
