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Randy replied to the topic Agent Orange Exposure and MG in the forum Myasthenia Gravis Research, Scientific News, & Clinical Trials 1 week, 6 days ago
It is a symptom within 1 year of separation. I had prisms added to my glasses 3 months before discharge. Diagnosis 40 years later. Receiving VA Disability.
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Randy replied to the topic Agent Orange Exposure and MG in the forum Myasthenia Gravis Research, Scientific News, & Clinical Trials 1 week, 6 days ago
I was stationed at an Army Depot 1972-74. 3 months before I was discharged, I was prescribed glasses with prisms, a treatment for double vision and a symptom of MG. Note – Nerve Gas was stored there.
First I asked for my medical records from the national archives three times and got a few none relevents pages. I then asked the VA for my “C-…[Read more]
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Randy replied to the topic Chemical exposures and MG in the forum Myasthenia Gravis Research, Scientific News, & Clinical Trials 4 months, 1 week ago
Hello Lou. I have always thought mine was cause by a trace amount of nerve gas. I was in thee storage area about a dozen times. I would like to talk to you about the VA claim process. I could never find anyone to understood enough to help. I can be reached through my facebook page. I go to it every day or two. My last name is “Rhode” not Rh…[Read more]
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Randy replied to the topic Chemical exposures and MG in the forum Myasthenia Gravis Research, Scientific News, & Clinical Trials 4 months, 2 weeks ago
3 months ago the VA rated me TDIU 100% P&T (Age 73). $ 3,600 per month.
I was at Anniston Army Depot 1972-74. They stored nerve gas. My Army eyeglass prescriptions were constant until prisms were added April 7, 1974, 3 months before my discharge. The National Archieves could not find my medical records. Luckily when I asked the VA for my “…[Read more]
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Randy became a registered member 1 year, 4 months ago
Hello, Randy! We are thrilled to have you as part of our inclusive and judgment-free community of MG patients, caregivers, families, and medical professionals! Within the Myasthenia Gravis News Forums, we implement a safe space to share and discuss experiences, information, and news and offer guidance and support.
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