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More than two-thirds of people with clinically stable myasthenia gravis (MG) have problems with disturbed sleep, with resulting negative effects on their quality of life, a survey study of hundreds of MG patients in…
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Researchers in the U.K. have identified a distinct immune profile in adults with myasthenia gravis (MG) whose disease does not respond to standard therapies. “Understanding these immune differences brings us closer to predicting how…
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Loving someone with myasthenia gravis (MG) isn’t a rom-com, inspirational-poster kind of love. It’s the sleeves-rolled-up, “we’re figuring this out in real time,” “in sickness and never mind” kind of love. MG doesn’t just…
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My twin brother, Aaron, took advantage of the recent winter blast in New York and went to the gym. With myasthenia gravis (MG), he finds that he has more energy in lower…
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In Algeria, we say that no one truly feels the pain of lava stones except those who have been burned by them before. It’s our way of saying that pain creates empathy, and that suffering…
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Less than half of Americans newly diagnosed with myasthenia gravis (MG) are receiving the recommended blood tests to confirm their condition, even though these results are vital for choosing the appropriate treatment. According to…
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Recently, while researching Irish history, I came across a commonly paraphrased quote of James Joyce that I’d forgotten: “Mistakes are the portals of discovery.” I think this resonates with me because living with myasthenia…
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Aiming to address a persistent gap in myasthenia gravis (MG) research, Vitaccess is teaming up with the Myasthenia Gravis Foundation of America (MGFA) to expand real-world data collection in MG. As part of the…
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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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