Are facial exercises good for ocular MG?...Between the start of double vision and being diagnosed with MG, my pcp sent me to physical therapy where I was give a set of facial exercises to do. After...reactions6repliesOcular MGExerciseTips & Advice
Overcoming a Fear of Needles...Having a fear of needles, also known as trypanophobia, is very common. The number of needles you are exposed while trying to receive a diagnosis of myasthenia gravis (MG) or...reactions1comment
What were your immediate changes after your MG diagnosis?...As we begin our MG journey, there is the initial shock. After that, we realize that we need to make adjustments in our daily lives. What were you first and...reactions9repliesNewly DiagnosedSymptomsCoping
Hypertension Medication ...If any take medication for hypertension what is the most effective with less severe side effects with Myasthenia Gravis....reactionsreplies
Hypertension Medication ...Has anyone been diagnosed with hypertension. If so, what medication do you take, due to having Generalized Myasthenia Gravis. How is the medication. What side effects did you experience. I’m...reactions6replies
Living with Multiple Diagnoses...You would think that having a rare, chronic illness would be enough, but most of us have found that when there is 1, there is often 2 ... or 3...reactions20comments
Ocular MG...Hello everyone! I was diagnosed with Ocular MG about two years ago and I hadn't had an episode until a month ago. This is just my second one and it...reactions2repliesSleepSide EffectsOcular MG
What to Eat and Avoid With MG Dysphagia...While I was in the hospital being tested for myasthenia gravis (MG), I developed a symptom no one wants - the inability to swallow, or dysphagia. It came out of...reactions6comments
The Fun Thing About Life: How I Find Humor in MG...There is nothing fun about having myasthenia gravis (MG). It has a lot of ups and downs and twists and turns. You never know from one second to the next what...reactions12comments
What is the “I choke on everything diet?”...I read about a member being on this diet. My jaw gets tired easily when eating and it isn’t just when I chew steak. I’m interested in eating foods on...reactions5repliesCoping
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 very close attention to the humidity and pressure...reactionscomments
What painkillers can I take...I suffer with two bad knees. One I had replaced quite some years ago and the other needs replacing but I am reluctant due to the risk of infection. I...reactions2repliesCoping
Preparing for and Managing MG Muscle Weakness...A myasthenia gravis (MG) trigger is anything that makes MG symptoms worse. Everyone's triggers can be different, but understanding what worsens your MG can help you manage your condition. We...reactions6comments
A Trip to the Emergency Room with Breathing Difficulty...Several months ago I called my dedicated nurse, Diane, who was assigned to me by my insurance company to help with my myasthenia gravis (MG). I don't know about you...reactions1comment
How long does nerve pain last on chest after thymectomy?...I just want to know how long will I have the nerve/muscle pain since surgery? I can’t stand anything touching the incision. Any help?...reactions3repliesHealthcare TeamThymectomy
MG and anger ...i do not have MG but my mother was diagnosed with general myasthenia 22 years ago when i was 13. i have joined the forum to seek a few answers...reactions5repliesFriends & FamilyIntimacy & RelationshipsMental Health
Feeling Left in the Dust When MG Prevents Us from Joining Our Partner...Myasthenia gravis (MG), the ultimate buzzkill, may have you feeling left in the dust when symptoms leave you unable to tag along with your partner to everything. It can leave...reactionscomments
Compromised Mobility and Hotel Emergency Evacuation...When we’re traveling, we often stay in a hotel. Since I have myasthenia gravis (MG) with limited mobility, I research everything I question. I have gained a lot of knowledge...reactionscomments
Obesity Drugs...Hi to all! I’m 5’0” and weigh 185 pounds. A bit rotund here! My weight in impacting my breathing(COPD, sleep apnea), my spine(asking collapsing vertebra to carry this, leading to...reactions2repliesDiet & NutritionTriggers
Right sixth nerve palsy...Hello. I had a right sixth nerve palsy that resolved spontaneously within 2-3 weeks. Modulating ab showed increased activity. Other 2 abs were normal. I saw only two case reports...reactions4replies
