Finding a Caregiver for Someone with MG...Life with myasthenia gravis (MG) often requires assistance and support. This care varies by the severity of symptoms and ranges from skilled...reactionscomments
Ask the Advocate: How do You Stay Motivated with MG?...When living with myasthenia gravis (MG), energy levels, muscle strength, and symptoms can change daily. These fluctuations may be frustrating, and at...reactionscomments
Finding The Right Doc Is A Challenge...Hi. My name is Brad. I am 60 years old. My diagnosis was only a week ago, but this process may have...reactions1comment
5 Helpful Tips for Myasthenia Gravis Caregivers...Receiving a diagnosis of myasthenia gravis (MG) can be a life-altering experience, not only for the person with the diagnosis, but also...reactions3comments
Easing Back Into Exercise After Myasthenia Gravis...It has been almost 3 years since my diagnosis. This month, I finally made it back to the exercise studio I religiously...reactionscomments
Prisoner...I am a prisoner! In prison for life... no crime committed. I am not in an actual prison. But a prisoner of...reactionscomments
Rare Disease Day® and Myasthenia Gravis...The last day of February is Rare Disease Day® all around the world. It is a day to recognize and raise awareness...reactionscomments
Dry Eye Therapies for MG...Most people have experienced the unpleasant feeling of dry eyes. It is a common complaint I hear from patients at the pharmacy...reactions4comments
19-Years-Old, With a Body I Couldn't Control....I was weak everywhere from the get-go. In March of 2005, I noticed I couldn't button my jeans or raise my arms...reactions1comment
The Struggle to Find Knowledgeable Physicians...As I read comments from others on the Myasthenia-Gravis.com Facebook page, I see many about physicians that seem to be unfamiliar with...reactionscomments
Undergoing Multiple Major Surgeries...Although I was just was diagnosed with myasthenia gravis (MG) in October of 2020, I had symptoms most of my life. At...reactions2comments
Finding a Balance with Exercise and Myasthenia Gravis...I don’t think it comes as any surprise that 1 of the top resolutions each New Year is to exercise more. We...reactions6comments
A Guide to Buying a Blood Pressure Monitor...People with myasthenia gravis (MG) may be at a higher risk of high blood pressure (BP) compared to the rest of the population. In...reactionscomments
Chronic Secretions and Mucus Can Be Challenging...Since my initial myasthenia gravis (MG) diagnosis, I’ve noticed an increase in secretions/mucus. I have also been diagnosed with hypothyroidism, allergies, and...reactions2comments
MG Makes Me Hesitant to Date Again...Myasthenia gravis (MG) has brought new fears of committing to a life partner. Dating is more complex than before. I have worries...reactionscomments
Ask the Advocate: Caring for a Partner with Myasthenia Gravis...Life as a caregiver or care partner to someone with myasthenia gravis (MG) can be overwhelming. Whether you are a spouse, parent...reactions5comments
My Journey with MG...On November 18th, 2021, I suffered from horrendous double vision. Weeks earlier, I started having issues with bladder control. I visited my...reactions1comment
Adjusting To A New Life...Looking back, the first thing I noticed was photographs. My smile was crooked and one side of my face seemed to droop...reactions2comments
6 Tips for Staying on Top of Treatment...Living with a long-term health condition requires us to stay on top of everything: doctor’s appointments, new symptoms, insurance, and, of course...reactionscomments
Facing Surgery with a Diagnosis of Myasthenia Gravis...I have had 3 prior surgeries, all while experiencing the same symptoms that I currently have. The difference now is that I...reactions2comments
