How do you know which type of myasthenia gravis you have?

All forms of myasthenia gravis are marked by muscle weakness and fatigue, but ocular myasthenia gravis is distinguished by the fact that weakness is limited to the muscles of the eyes and eyelids, whereas generalized myasthenia gravis may affect a wide range of muscles in the body. Transient neonatal myasthenia gravis is distinct in that it occurs specifically in babies born to mothers with myasthenia gravis and usually is temporary. A person’s doctor will be able to conduct additional tests to help each patient understand the specific diagnosis.