How to Navigate a Mental Health Emergency...Editor’s Note: This article was originally shared by our sister site, ParkinsonsDisease.net, and was written by Brooke Huminski. Living with a chronic condition can sometimes include the experience of co-occurring...reactionscomments
EMG Testing for Myasthenia Gravis: What to Expect...Myasthenia gravis (MG) is a condition that affects the way nerves communicate with muscles. Diagnosing myasthenia gravis can take a while – many people end up waiting years for their...reactions2comments
Tips for Those Newly Diagnosed with Myasthenia Gravis...It can require a long journey before you finally arrive at a diagnosis of myasthenia gravis (MG). Having a rare disease can feel overwhelming and scary. You may have never...reactionscomments
Rare In America: What's That?...The "In America survey" is now closed. It can take years to receive a myasthenia gravis diagnosis, often while experiencing frequent and debilitating symptoms. To learn more about the challenges...reactions1comment
MG Diagnosis Journey...While each person with myasthenia gravis has a different diagnosis story, there are many similarities that connect our community. Find out how your experiences compare to others, and where your...reactions2comments
Advocating For Yourself At The Doctor’s Office...The process of being diagnosed with a chronic health condition can often be lengthy and difficult. People with myasthenia gravis frequently have a long journey between the time they first...reactionscomments
COVID-19 Linked To Development Of Myasthenia Gravis...COVID-19 is a disease caused by infection with a novel coronavirus, called SARS-CoV-2. The most common symptoms of COVID-19 are fever, muscle aches, fatigue, congestion or runny nose, cough, breathing...reactions1comment
Thymectomy Scars...Myasthenia gravis (MG) is an autoimmune condition that causes muscle weakness. In MG, the immune system attacks the body’s nerves and muscles. This is often associated with abnormalities in an...reactions1comment
The Invisibility and Stigma of Chronic Pain...Pain can be classified as an “invisible” symptom. Unlike a broken arm in a cast or a bleeding wound, pain cannot be immediately seen. Because of this, it is possible...reactionscomments
Speaking Up for Myasthenia Gravis: A Patient Interview with Claire...Sharing our experiences can help us all feel less alone while navigating life with a chronic condition such as myasthenia gravis. Patient Advocate Claire shares a bit of her journey...reactionscomments
Speaking Up for Myasthenia Gravis: A Patient Interview with Meridith...Sharing our experiences can help us all feel less alone while navigating life with a chronic condition such as myasthenia gravis. Patient Advocate Meridith shares a bit of her journey...reactionscomments
Myasthenia Gravis News...Doctors are learning more about myasthenia gravis (MG) every day. When news about new treatments and new understanding about MG appears, Myasthenia-Gravis.com will update you on this page. Health Union...
Dealing With the Uncertainty of MG...If popular medical shows are to be believed, every health problem can be solved and treated in an hour. When you live with a complicated and rare condition like myasthenia...
Living with Myasthenia Gravis...Living with a chronic condition like myasthenia gravis (MG) means living with uncertainty. Your energy levels and muscle strength may change daily, or they may not. Plus, it will take...
Frequently Asked Questions About Mental Health...Mental health includes how you think, feel, and act. It can fall on a spectrum and vary for each person. You may have questions about mental health conditions, treatment options...
Mental Health Myths and Facts...There are many myths and misconceptions about mental health. Because of the stigma around mental health conditions, it is important to know the facts. This article aims to dispel these...
Suicide Prevention...If you or someone you know is in crisis or considering suicide, please contact the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. Call or text 988, call 1-800-273-TALK (8255), or use the...
General Mental Health Resources...Living with a mental health condition may pose many challenges. It requires coping, finding treatment, and managing the impact of the condition on family, friendships, and work. Stigma can make...
Complementary and Integrative Health...Complementary therapies and an integrative health approach are often used to treat mental health conditions. Complementary therapies include nontraditional therapies – such as acupuncture, meditation, and yoga – that are...
Coping with Mental Health: Medications...Treating mental health conditions with prescription drugs is common. About 16 percent of American adults take medicine for a mental health condition. It is not necessary to suffer in silence...