Ariana Boswell

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• Lower iron levels may increase risk of myasthenia gravis

  Individuals who are genetically predisposed to have lower iron levels may be at an elevated risk of developing MG, a recent study found.

• Patients with MG adopt different strategies to cope with diagnosis

  Positive attitude, problem solving and support seeking are some strategies used by patients with MG to manage their condition.

• How myasthenia gravis differs between men and women

  Understanding these differences can help you advocate for gender-sensitive care.

• Review: Role of some autoantibodies in MG remains unclear

  More research is needed to uncover the role that many antibodies play in the diagnosis, prognosis and treatment of MG.

• Women with MG may experience lower quality of life than men

  A recent study found that rates of anxiety, depression and fatigue are higher in women with MG than in men with the disease.

• Gender, disease severity linked to fear of MG progression

  A recent study found that females and individuals with more advanced stages of disease are more likely to experience fear of MG progression.

• Higher BMI may increase risk of ocular MG progression

  In a recent study, patients with ocular MG were more likely to progress to generalized MG if they had a higher baseline BMI.

• New study explores social difficulties faced by patients with MG-related disability

  A study of patients with MG-associated disability identified social involvement as a significant challenge, regardless of age.

• Post-hospitalization exercise program improves lung health in patients with MG

  A recent study found that a specialized exercise routine helps improve lung function in people with MG.