| Myasthenia Gravis |
| Could dialysis be a treatment for people with Myasthenia Gravis? |
Plasmapheresis and dialysis are two completely different things. Plasmapheresis is a procedure in which blood is separated into cells and plasma (liquid). The plasma is removed and replaced with fr... |
| How many people in northern virgina have myasthenia gravis? |
Not a whole lot - there are estimated to be about 100,000 patients worldwide. The northern VA share of that is likely to be just a dozen or so. For more information contact the local support grou... |
| This question is for people affected by Myasthenia Gravis.? |
There is a 24-46% rate of complete remission (i.e. no symptoms) of Myasthenia Gravis after thymectomy based on a large pooling of studies. ... |
| Does anyone know someone with or have myasthenia gravis? |
YES, I TOOK CARE OF A LADY THAT HAD MYASTHENIA GRAVIS. SHE HAD SURGERY AND IT STARTED TO IMPROVE.IF THE NEUROLOGIST SAID SHE SAW NO SYMPTOMS THAT IS A GOOD THING I WOULD DO WHAT THE DOCTOR SAYS AN... |
| Why do you need to avoid heat if you have myasthenia gravis? |
Symptoms of MG become worse upon exertion, and better with rest. Heat, including heat from the sun, hot showers, and hot drinks, may increase weakness. Infection and stress may worsen symptoms. Sym... |
| Mainly for those who have been there. i am on high dosage of prednisone went to the dr for eye exam due to? |
Any thoughts of it being paplidema (a swelling of the optic nerve)? Caution with the prednisone, the side effects are quite devastating...been there, suffer still after 20yrs.! ... |
| Anyone using Ribose or CorvalenM for fibromyalgia? |
I was diagnosed with FMS almost 2 years ago, and its a true pain in the butt!! My grandmother has had myasthenia for about 30 years. , maybe even more. Geez, I know how bad I feel at times, I can;&... |
| I have fibomyalgia, 2 kinds of arthritis and myastenia gravis.If I treat the fibro it affects the myastenia.? |
Hey,
I have autoimmune problems as well. Sucks don't it...
Mine is Polyglandular Deficiency Syndrome type II and I am developing the arthritis to go with it...
If you need to talk ... |
| Can quit smoking trigger myathenia gravis? |
Smoking doesn't cause MG...but it can aggravate it (putting stress on the body) for someone who already has it. And, since quitting smoking is also stressful, it can trigger symptoms.
Any ... |
| Myasthenia and Specialists? |
Either a neurologist or rheumatologist would be a good person to treat someone with myasthenia gravis. I know that some doctors do have more experience than others in muscular disorders, but I don... |
| Myasthenia & navy? |
I do not know about your condition in particular, but I would be very careful when thinking about hiding your condition upon enlistment. If you do not tell them and they find out (and chances are,... |
| Havent been to the neuro in a few months but has anyone who is dealing with myasthenia gravis? |
I am happy for you as you seem to be keeping quite abreast with the latest on your condition. That is real good and would be helping you also. Here are a few sites where you can read more of the ... |
| What is the life expectancy of a 4 yr old with myasthenia gravis? |
Hello,
Sorry about that,
I do not know alot about this disease, but i know it effect the skeletal system ..
Without treatment
Untreated, the disease is typically 'active' for 5... |
| Can the immune system restart with steroids in a person with myasthenia gravis? |
I have not read any where of steroids being used to to restart the immune system. ... |
| Has anyone gotten relief from acupuncture and if so how long did it take? |
Hi there, ive got Cerebral Palsy and had so much pain in my hip i was thinking of going into a wheelchair permenantly as walking and standing was so painful. Acupuncture was my last resort, i have ... |
| Seems I live around a schedule of taking medications. If I'm late I have a panic attack..? |
Hello,
First of all, let me say, your not alone in this. I take Ativan (a cousin of xanax), on a schedule. If I'm late taking my dose, my life is hell until I get it into my system. An e... |
| Is there a site where poeple can pray for someonewho is ill? |
First of all you started at the right place I want you to know that you and your loved one is in my prayers and as believers (Those that believe in God and his awesome power) read this too they wil... |
| What disease is this? |
#2 ... |
| Medications for ahlzeimers.? |
Alzheimer's disease is a neurodegenerative condition affecting the brain, whilst autoimmune diseases, as the name suggests, are a group of diseases that attack the body in response to endogeno... |
| Going through ivig treatment for mg and not dealing well, any advice? |
That's a toughie.
How I deal with my fibromyalgia is:
Putting things in perspective: As miserable as I can feel sometimes, someone else is worse off. At least I can get around. (The dia... |
| Im taking prednisone face has really puffed up i was wondering about liposuction to the cheek if safe.? |
2 common side effects of taking predisone is weight gain and facial swelling. Your face is puffy due to swelling NOT excess fat deposits in your face.
I am sorry but liposuction to the face wil... |
| Diarrhea for two months how do i start keeping food in again? |
I've read where the new method in developing countries by medics for victims of malnutrition and diahrea is to feed them chili and rice.
I'm not kidding, steamed brown rice, some tomato ... |
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