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What's prognosis for congenital myasthenia?
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Www.ninds.nih.gov/ : "the prognosis depends on the specific subtype of congenital myasthenia, the muscles involved, and the age at onset of symptoms. " some subtypes are susceptible to respiratory problems like pneumonia. One subtype improves over time. Life span is normal in most cases. Good website listed.
Answered 11/14/2013
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