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Myasthenia Gravis has many symptoms and can look like other neurological problems, but its main feature is muscle weakness that comes and goes. This weakness is usually mildest in the morning after sleep and gets worse as the day goes on or after using the muscles a lot. Knowing your own pattern of weakness and what makes it worse is important for managing the condition.
The initial symptoms in most patients involve the extraocular muscles. These are the small, precise muscles that control eye movement and eyelid elevation.
Vision problems can be bad enough to make driving, reading, or watching TV difficult.
Bulbar symptoms mean weakness in the muscles of the face, mouth, throat, and neck. These problems can make social situations hard and may also be physically risky.
Facial Expression: Weakness of facial muscles can lead to a “myasthenic snarl” when smiling or an expressionless, mask-like appearance.
The most serious symptom of MG is weakness in the muscles used for breathing, like the diaphragm and chest muscles.
Weakness in the arms, legs, and neck varies in severity and typically follows a specific pattern.
The main sign of MG is that weakness gets worse with activity and improves with rest.
Some things in your environment or changes in your body can make MG symptoms worse or cause a relapse.
MG can affect people of any age, race, or gender, but there are statistical peaks in onset.
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This is due to muscle fatigue. After using your eyes all day, the muscles tire, leading to increased drooping or double vision in the evening.
Yes, emotional stress and physical trauma can significantly exacerbate weakness and should be managed as part of your care.
Yes, but it must be paced. You should exercise during your peak energy times and stop before you reach exhaustion.
Many women report that their muscle weakness worsens in the days leading up to their menstrual period.
Yes, many drugs like certain antibiotics (aminoglycosides) and magnesium supplements can worsen MG. Always consult your doctor before taking new meds.
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