MG: Autoimmune disorder affecting the neuromuscular junction. It is characterized by progressive onset of symmetrical fluctuating proximal and ocular muscle weakness. Treatment for MG includes pyridostigmine, neostigmine, prednisolone, azathioprine and IVIG. Some evidence to look into for prevention suggests food allergy testing of benefit given the autoimmune nature of the disease.
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Very brief overview:: Myasthenia gravis (MG) symptoms: drooping eyelids, double vision, & sometimes trouble speaking or swallowing. Treatment: medications to suppress the immune system (steroids, cyclosporine, azathioprine). In flares/severe cases, plasmapharesis or IVIG is used. MG is an autoimmune disorder = there is no prevention. If diagnosed, there are medications to avoid, because they can make it worse.
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