Women with myasthenia gravis (MG) have a higher risk of pregnancy complications, particularly preeclampsia, and their babies are more likely to be born prematurely and small for their gestational age, according to a study in the U.S. Preeclampsia is a serious pregnancy complication marked by new-onset high blood pressure…
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Women with myasthenia gravis (MG) have a higher risk of pregnancy complications, particularly preeclampsia, and their babies are more likely to be born prematurely and small for their gestational age, according to a study…
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Some days I wake up feeling surprisingly good. The pain is quiet, my body feels energized, and for a moment, it feels like myasthenia gravis (MG) is taking a break. You’d think I’d simply…
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Starting rituximab earlier after the onset of generalized myasthenia gravis (gMG) may be associated with better long-term outcomes, including fewer hospital admissions due to disease worsening and the need for rescue treatments. That’s…
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Vyvgart (efgartigimod) combined with a low 250 mg dose of the glucocorticoid methylprednisolone may offer a safer and equally effective treatment option for people with severe generalized myasthenia gravis (gMG), according to a new…
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Those of us with myasthenia gravis (MG) often discuss the symptoms we experience and spend considerable time planning around them and managing their impact on our daily lives. MG literature is full of strategies…
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Living with myasthenia gravis (MG) means learning to coexist with a body that doesn’t always follow predictable rules. One minute I feel steady, capable, and even hunky-dory. The next, my muscles wave a white…
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I complain a lot about living with an invisible disability, and most of the time, people answer with the same sentence: “I hope you heal one day.” As if healing were a realistic option. This…
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In 2025, Myasthenia Gravis News delivered readers timely reporting on research, treatments, and clinical trials for myasthenia gravis (MG). We have compiled the 10 most-read stories for a recap of the year, each…
Jasmine Nathan shares how she manages myasthenia gravis (MG) during the holidays by treating her energy like a budget, choosing only one or two meaningful activities, and being…
Mark Harrington talks about the frustration of MG fatigue and the freedom that came when he learned to slow down. With support from friends and mindful routines, he discovered how rest could become a form…
Joe Enders reflects on his daughter Jodi’s MG diagnosis, her independence, and the challenges of balancing support with giving space. He discusses the role of family and support groups in navigating remission, anxiety, and the…
Chloe Wigg shares her experience living with myasthenia gravis (MG), from facing isolation and setbacks in her art to creating the exhibition OMG! She reflects on resilience, the power of community, and how storytelling through…
Charlotte, a cardiology nurse living with myasthenia gravis (MG), shares how her diagnosis shaped her career and perspective on care. She reflects on the slow onset of symptoms, the challenges of nursing school, and the…
Yvette Bernal shares her journey with myasthenia gravis (MG), from the fear of early symptoms and ICU stays to navigating the realities of motherhood while managing a chronic illness. She reflects on honesty, connection, and…
Kristina Kelly shares her journey with seronegative myasthenia gravis, from years of medical gaslighting to becoming a certified patient advocate. She reflects on self-trust, persistence, and the strength it takes to speak up and be…
Twin brothers Allen and Aaron Francis open up about life with myasthenia gravis. Allen, a writer, shares how their bond deepened after Aaron’s diagnosis, while Aaron reflects on strength, vulnerability, and the importance of finally…
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Becoming educated and informed about MG is a good first step. Learn general information about the disease, including diagnosis, symptoms, and causes.
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There is no cure for MG yet, but there are treatments that can help manage the disease. Learn more about approved and experimental therapeutic approaches here.
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