What to Eat and Avoid With MG DysphagiaWhile I was in the hospital being tested for myasthenia gravis (MG), I developed a symptom no one wants - the inability...reactions7comments
The Fun Thing About Life: How I Find Humor in MGThere is nothing fun about having myasthenia gravis (MG). It has a lot of ups and downs and twists and turns. You never...reactions12comments
Is It the Heat or the Humidity?Don't get me wrong, I know the heat bothers me with myasthenia gravis (MG). But my husband and I have been paying...reactionscomments
Preparing for and Managing MG Muscle WeaknessA myasthenia gravis (MG) trigger is anything that makes MG symptoms worse. Everyone's triggers can be different, but understanding what worsens your...reactions12comments
A Trip to the Emergency Room with Breathing DifficultySeveral months ago I called my dedicated nurse, Diane, who was assigned to me by my insurance company to help with my...reactions1comment
Feeling Left in the Dust When MG Prevents Us from Joining Our PartnerMyasthenia gravis (MG), the ultimate buzzkill, may have you feeling left in the dust when symptoms leave you unable to tag along...reactionscomments
Compromised Mobility and Hotel Emergency EvacuationWhen we’re traveling, we often stay in a hotel. Since I have myasthenia gravis (MG) with limited mobility, I research everything I...reactionscomments
Keeping Your Medical Records OrganizedKeeping track of your medical records is essential for your health, especially when you, your child, or your loved one has myasthenia...reactionscomments
Unpredictable Fatigue with Myasthenia GravisOne of the hardest parts of dealing with myasthenia gravis (MG) is fatigue. Especially never knowing when it's going to hit or...reactions22comments
Let Me ExplainOne of the hardest parts of living with a rare disease are those awkward explanations. Myasthenia gravis (MG) doesn’t always come with...reactions5comments
Coping with Muscle Spasms and Cramping in MGMuscle weakness is the hallmark of myasthenia gravis (MG). However, at Myasthenia-Gravis.com, community members often discuss a variety of symptoms they have...reactions59comments
My First Pregnancy with an MG DiagnosisI’m 9 months pregnant and about to have our third baby any day. Although my symptoms with myasthenia gravis (MG) started presenting...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
What MG Muscle Weakness Feels LikeMyasthenia gravis (MG) is an autoimmune disease that causes muscle weakness. But what exactly does muscle weakness feel like? To understand more...reactions56comments
CellCept From My StandpointI have been on CellCept® (mycophenolate mofetil) for 2 and a half years since my myasthenia gravis (MG) diagnosis. I am sharing...reactions12comments
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
5 Things I Wish I Knew When I Was Diagnosed With MGThis year marks 10 years since myasthenia gravis (MG) began for me. My official 10 year anniversary of living with this disease...reactions57comments