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Should i quit my mariner's career due to myasthenia gravis and how long should i be taking prednisone and mestinone?
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Not necessarily: You should discuss all options with neurologist. Also, look at recommendations by myasthenia gravis foundation: http://goo.Gl/3xxmd you could possibly benefit from thymectomy. Another link: http://goo.Gl/9wl9ek.
Answered 12/2/2014
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