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Vyvgart (efgartigimod alfa-fcab) and Vyvgart Hytrulo (efgartigimod alfa and hyaluronidase-qvfc) are now approved in the U.S. to treat all adults with generalized myasthenia gravis (gMG), regardless of antibody status. The U.S. Food…
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Note: This column describes the author’s own experiences with Mestinon (pyridostigmine bromide). Not everyone will have the same response to treatment. Consult your doctor before starting or stopping a therapy. There’s a kind of math…
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My sister has been accomplishing incredible marathons and runs ever since the two of us failed a running attempt during an event with our yoga club. I can’t help but feel both proud and jealous…
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Dianthus Therapeutics is on track to launch by midyear a late-stage clinical trial to confirm the safety and effectiveness of claseprubart (DNTH103), its experimental injection therapy, in people with generalized myasthenia gravis (gMG).
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I like to think of myself as a rational person. I try to meet each new challenge with calm and logic. But with myasthenia gravis (MG), fear has a way of quietly slipping in. For…
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Switching from intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIG) to Vyvgart (efgartigimod alfa) was associated with fewer hospitalizations and better quality-of-life scores after the switch in people with generalized myasthenia gravis (gMG), according to a study…
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The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) has recommended that Rystiggo (rozanolixizumab-noli) be covered by England’s National Health Service (NHS) and provided at low or no cost to certain adults with hard-to-treat…
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There’s a version of chronic illness people imagine: the one where you get a diagnosis, adjust a few routines, take your medications, and eventually settle into something manageable. And then there’s the real version, the…
At the 2026 MGFA National Patient Conference, patient advocate Melissa Wohlust shares her experience navigating the years without a diagnosis and the importance of advocating for expert…
At the 2026 MGFA National Patient Conference, caregiver Myron Truex shares why having a bug-out bag and being prepared can support care for myasthenia gravis. He highlights…
At the 2026 MGFA National Patient Conference, Anna Richards, head of commercial at Vitaccess, discusses how the Vitaccess Real MG Registry brings together patient experiences and clinical data to better reflect real world…
Marissa Humayun shares how she adjusted her favorite hobbies, including walking and gold, after an MG diagnosis, finding new ways to stay active while honoring her limits.
Jodi Enders and Jason Gray share how openness, compromise, and honest communication have helped them build a strong relationship while navigating life with myasthenia gravis. Read Enders’ column,…
Barry Stalker shares what it’s like balancing myasthenia gravis with a job that keeps him on his feet all day, and how he’s learned to “pick and choose…
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…
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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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