Avoiding New Diagnoses and Routine Healthcare...I have a dilemma. I put my focus and energy into staying on top of my myasthenia gravis (MG) healthcare. But then...reactions9comments
Getting GP to take me seiously...We all know that GP face to face appointments are like gold dust but sometimes I really need to be seen any...reactions3repliesGeneralized MG
The Complement Cascade in gMG Pathophysiology...Key Takeaways: Generalized myasthenia gravis (gMG) is characterized by fluctuating muscle weakness resulting from impaired neuromuscular transmission. While the clinical hallmark is...reactionscomments
Managing MG Pain With Holistic and Complementary Therapies...Many people with myasthenia gravis (MG) experience pain. MG can cause muscle weakness, which in turn may cause pain. This can greatly...reactions1comment
How did you navigate your first big holiday after your diagnosis?...As the holiday season is finishing up, I remembered when I was diagnosed it was 2020 so, like most people, we didn't...reactions3repliesCopingNewly DiagnosedFriends & Family
Depression...What kind of antidepressants work well with eMG? Thanks, Mark...reactions1replyDepression
Beyond the Basics: Challenging Your Clinical Intuition in Myasthenia Gravis Management...The landscape of myasthenia gravis (MG) management is shifting rapidly, driven by a deeper understanding of immunological subtypes and the introduction of...reactionscomments
Precision in Practice: A Clinical Deep Dive into Myasthenia Gravis Management...In the evolving management of Myasthenia Gravis (MG), the margin between standard care and precision medicine lies in the details. Are your...reactionscomments
MG and Covid...My wife just tested positive for Covid, so I expect to follow her in a day or two. I have recently been...reactions1replyCoping
I Can be Rebuilt: Cataract Surgery...As a kid I remember watching TV shows about people being rebuilt bionically. Now here I am, cataract surgery in both eyes...reactions5comments
Swelling of salivary glands and lymph glands...The doctors are confused about what is causing my salivary glands to not release saliva then I get painful sores in mouth...reactions1replyAutoimmune Diseases
Does Prednisone cause hair loss? Or is it Mestinon...Do MG meds cause hair loss? Not sure what meds are causing it. Mark...reactions5repliesCoping
What do you take for pain?...I have had gMG since I was 15. I’m now 46. I had a thymectomy at 15 and was in remission for...reactions4replies
Managing weakness when waking up...Hi everyone, I am new to this forum/website and I was only formally diagnosed with MG in November 2023. I am 25...reactions1replyMuscle WeaknessNewly DiagnosedSymptoms
Active 7 days agoHow has coping with your MG and accommodating been going this holiday season?...How has coping with your MG and accommodating been going this holiday season? Do you plan to take New Year's Eve easy...reactions6repliesMental HealthSymptomsWeather
Have you had an MG flare or crisis after a vaccination (not COVID)? ...Have you had an MG flare or crisis after a vaccination (not COVID)? https://myasthenia-gravis.com/vaccines If you are comfortable sharing, which vaccine was...reactions1replyTriggersTravelAwareness
Inclusivity and Rare Diseases: 6 Things for Friends and Family to Consider...Editor's Note: This article was written by Jessica Hanson and originally appeared on our partner site RareDisease.net. Social situations can be very...reactionscomments
Are You Religious or Spiritual?...Do you identify with or employ religion or spirituality in your life? Were you this way before your Myasthenia gravis diagnosis? How...reactions25repliesMental HealthCopingNewly Diagnosed
My Animal Testing Morals and Myasthenia Gravis: Finding Peace...Almost everyone will require medical treatment at some point throughout life. But for those like me, who have strong values in support...reactionscomments
Myasthenia gravis and herpes...Hi! I have had hvs2 for 41 years. I'm asymptomatic and take antiviral meds. I've recently met a great guy and we've...reactions1reply
