My Experience with Urinary Incontinence...I don’t know about you, but I get so tired of needing to pee, along with not being able to hold it...reactions24comments
Exercising with Myasthenia Gravis...When you are bone-tired and short of breath, it can be hard to imagine getting exercise. However, physical activity can play an...
The Unspoken Battle of Weight Loss...When many people with myasthenia gravis (MG) talk about their struggle with weight, they often talk about weight gain. Weight gain is...reactions5comments
My Experience with Prednisone...There aren’t many treatment options for myasthenia gravis (MG) so when we find one that actually works, it’s like hitting the lotto...reactions12comments
The Importance of Self Care...The past 2 years have been extremely challenging for me and for my family. I was diagnosed with myasthenia gravis (MG) 27...reactions3comments
My Favorite Activities: Trying Not to Let MG Hold Me Back...So many times, we have to give up some things we love or love to do when we are diagnosed with a...reactions1comment
Choosing Compassion When We Don't Know People’s Intentions...With Thanksgiving approaching, I encourage you to welcome this season as a reevaluation period. Similar to the basics of "treating others how...reactions7comments
Feeling Better Versus Coping Better: How to Tell the Difference...Editor’s Note: This article originally was written by Leanne Donaldson and shared by our partner site Psoriatic-Arthritis.com. Living with chronic illness, we...reactions1comment
Not All MG Support Groups Are Helpful...I want to say how thankful I am for Myasthenia-Gravis.com and the way this community is run. I will admit that at...reactions1comment
Will My Disability Benefits Change If My Diagnosis Changes?...Getting approved for disability benefits from the US Social Security Administration (SSA) can take a lot of paperwork and patience. But you...reactionscomments
Decision Fatigue: What It Is and a Few Ways to Get Past It...Editor’s Note: This article originally was written by Leanne Donaldson and shared by our partner site Psoriatic-Arthritis.com. I almost hesitate to bring...reactionscomments
The Added Stress of Finding a New Neurologist for MG...Since my husband’s recent fractured ankle and my pacemaker implantation and cardioversion, we have been staying at our youngest son’s home. He...reactionscomments
Myasthenia Gravis Drugs and Low Testosterone...Issues with sexual function are common for men with myasthenia gravis (MG). A common problem is low testosterone levels. MG does not...reactionscomments
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
Choosing a Wheelchair, Power Chair, or Mobility Scooter...You’ve checked with your insurance about what durable equipment and mobility aids they will cover for myasthenia gravis (MG). You’ve discussed your...reactionscomments
Janice Koehn...I was diagnosed with myasthenia gravis in December 2008. My symptoms began Thanksgiving Day. My first noticeable symptoms were difficulty breathing, blurred...
Value of Family Support As We Battle Myasthenia Gravis...Living with chronic illnesses, especially those that remain invisible to the world, is akin to riding the most extreme roller coaster. Picture...reactions4comments
Dealing with My First Myasthenia Flare-Up...Most of us who live with myasthenia gravis (MG) will experience a flare eventually. I’ve had some minor flares since my initial...reactions2comments
Glossary of Myasthenia Gravis Terms...Like many health conditions, myasthenia gravis (MG) has a language of its own that you will need to learn. Here are some...
Symptoms of Lambert-Eaton Myasthenic Syndrome Versus MG...Myasthenia gravis (MG) and Lambert-Eaton myasthenic syndrome (LEMS) are autoimmune conditions. This means the immune system attacks your own healthy cells. Both...reactions1comment
