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I like to think of myself as a strong individual. Even before myasthenia gravis (MG) entered my life, I had, like most people, faced my share of challenges: the usual relationship issues, loss of…
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Cemdisiran, an experimental therapy given by injection under the skin every three months, was shown to significantly and sustainably ease symptoms of generalized myasthenia gravis (gMG) in a global, late-stage clinical trial called…
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Kyverna Therapeutics’ experimental cell therapy KYV-101, now called mivocabtagene autoleucel (miv-cel), was associated with rapid, sustained symptom improvements in all seven participants with hard-to-treat generalized myasthenia gravis (gMG) in a clinical trial.
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The exhaustion that comes from not being believed about the details of my life with myasthenia gravis (MG) isn’t something that announces itself all at once. It settles in slowly, the way a long…
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I met someone who looked ravishing and well put together, with great posture, beautiful hair, and impeccable makeup, and I had my usual thought: “That’s what I would’ve looked like if I didn’t have…
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A new U.S.-based patient registry is enrolling people with myasthenia gravis (MG) to help researchers better understand how the disease progresses, how treatments are used in the real world, and how MG affects patients’ daily…
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Myasthenia gravis (MG) patients who lack the three most common disease-causing antibodies often respond poorly to standard immunosuppressive medications, with many — especially those with hard-to-treat disease — failing to see their symptoms fully…
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Physical activity and respiratory (breathing) muscle training may help people with myasthenia gravis (MG) reduce symptoms and improve daily functioning, especially when programs are adapted to their needs, according to a review study. “Individualized…
Community Videos
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…
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…
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Need to know
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Treatment
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.