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Have mg, had ivig yest, makes me tired, weak, etc. but had nightmare last night, woke up an feel "numb" today but not numb? just feel off! why??

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Dr. Eric Weisman answered

Specializes in Neurology

Impossible to answer: IVIG therapy for myasthenia gravis should not induce anything in the way of sensory symptoms through its mechanism of action on the disease process. Feeling "numb", "off" or "having nightmares" ? The best answer may not be forthcoming without a detailed examination of the situation. www.healthtap.com/drericweisman

Answered 7/21/2016

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Dr. Felix Brizuela answered

Specializes in Neurology

Side effect: IVIG for myasthenia gravis is nothing short of a miracle. The problem is, that because you're getting proteins from donors, it is very common to have reactions such as fever, chills, body aches, feeling hot and fatigued. Myasthenia gravis is a potentially life-threatening condition. Therefore, it would be worth it i you got the medication. I always give my patience steroids, solu-medrol the day of

Answered 7/21/2016

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