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Treatment with Vyvgart (efgartigimod alfa) may safely and effectively treat acute exacerbations and symptom worsening in people with generalized myasthenia gravis (gMG), a real-world study in China shows. The treatment demonstrated a rapid…
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Anyone who knows me would completely agree that I am too talkative. It is not always easy for my entourage, but for me, it is necessary. If I keep everything inside, it drains me, and…
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Looking back, there were signals that something was wrong. At the time, they seemed small, almost trivial, the kind of thing you notice for a moment and then forget. But hindsight has a way of…
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Starting statins — widely prescribed medications aimed at lowering levels of the fatty molecule cholesterol — may increase the risk of developing myasthenia gravis (MG) in people across different ethnicities, a new study reported.
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Ocular myasthenia gravis (OMG) patients with abnormalities in the thymus gland, antibodies against the AChR protein, or a history of smoking are at a higher risk of progression to generalized myasthenia gravis, according to…
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Note: This column describes the author’s own experiences with intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIG) infusions. Not everyone will have the same response to treatment. Consult your doctor before starting or stopping a therapy. One of the…
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The immunosuppressive medications azathioprine and mycophenolate mofetil are similarly effective at controlling symptoms of generalized myasthenia gravis (gMG), but mycophenolate mofetil tends to act more quickly, according to a study in the U.S. Data…
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I have sometimes been told that I must be happy to have myasthenia gravis (MG). Maybe this is because I appear too comfortable with it, or perhaps it’s easier to think I’m happy than…
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…
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…
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