A Different Kind of PrescriptionWhen I was first diagnosed with myasthenia gravis, I remember thinking that the Mestinon my doctor prescribed would just make all my...reactions22comments
Excited for SpringIt's spring here and I'm rather excited! Now, that might seem strange to say being that I have myasthenia gravis (MG) and...reactions2comments
Long-Term Side Effects of PrednisoneMost people with myasthenia gravis (MG) are familiar with prednisone, a common drug prescribed during flares. Prednisone belongs to the drug class...reactions20comments
Is Myasthenia Gravis Genetic?Do your genes play a role in whether you will develop myasthenia gravis (MG)? There are no known risk factors for the...reactions8comments
Struggles with Myasthenia Gravis Fatigue and PainI will be doing a series of articles about how to make life a little easier when you have myasthenia gravis (MG)...reactionscomments
Having Surgery Without a Neurologist ConsultWe all know there’s a certain amount of risk with surgery and anesthesia under the best of circumstances. Surgeons and anesthesiologists talk...reactionscomments
Pillow Packin'Years ago while undiagnosed, I was desperately looking for ways to help me cope. My muscles were so tired, weak, and hurt...reactions7comments
Lessons Learned from IVIG Therapy for MGWhen I was first diagnosed with myasthenia gravis (MG) in 2015, I was extremely underwhelmed by the number of treatment options. Somehow...reactions27comments
Myasthenia Gravis Diagnosis After the Age of 55: The RisksIn case you missed it, check out part 1 of this article, "A Myasthenia Gravis Diagnosis After the Age of 55." The...reactions1comment
Crisis TimeWith a condition as rare as myasthenia gravis (MG), caregivers are often challenged to advocate for appropriate care. That can sometimes require...reactions10comments
My Experience with PrednisoneThere aren’t many treatment options for myasthenia gravis (MG) so when we find one that actually works, it’s like hitting the lotto...reactions12comments
A Myasthenia Gravis Diagnosis After the Age of 55I learned little about myasthenia gravis (MG) when I went through nursing school, graduating in 1972. However, one of the main things...reactions6comments
Be Your Own Agent - or TheirsThere is a term educators use that seems simple, but is really pretty deep. It’s agency - the sense that what you...reactionscomments
Causes of Minor MG Flares and How to Deal with ThemEver since my medication change to mycophenolate (CellCept), I’ve done quite well! I’ve had very minor issues since then and I’ve lost...reactions5comments
Myasthenia-gravis.com Giveaway Terms and ConditionsThese Official Rules apply to any giveaway (or "Promotion") published on MYASTHENIA-GRAVIS.COM, a Health Union ("Health Union" or "We") owned and operated...reactionscomments
Having Myasthenia Gravis, COVID, and PneumoniaWhile I realize that everyone's experience can be different, this is a personal account of my experience with COVID-19 and myasthenia gravis...reactions5comments
Dealing with MG Weakness and MisconceptionsThere is a misconception that if our legs are weak from myasthenia gravis (MG), all we have to do is quit being...reactionscomments
Ask the Advocate: Diagnosis and GriefLife looks different after a myasthenia gravis (MG) diagnosis. It may take some time to process these changes. While everyone responds differently...reactionscomments
The High Cost of MG Medication and CareThe medical bills that accumulated during my initial diagnosis and treatment of myasthenia gravis (MG) came to thousands of dollars. Fortunately, I...reactions2comments
The Impact of Ethnicity in Myasthenia GravisHealth disparities are prevalent across all diseases. They encompass factors not just related to ethnicity. Health disparities are based on other factors...reactionscomments
