Smoking increases risk of conversion from ocular to generalized MG
Researchers described a number of factors, chief among them smoking, were associated with conversion from ocular to generalized MG.
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Feeling understood by others linked to better mental wellbeing in MG
MG fatigue leads to worse daily functioning and quality of life, but feeling that others understand this fatigue can help.
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Study suggests Descartes-08 may offer long-term benefits in MG
A single course of Descartes-08 was found safe and resulted in long-term symptom improvement in patients with generalized MG.
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FDA grants priority review to efgartigimod for seronegative MG
The FDA accepted priority review for a supplemental Biologics License Application for the therapy in AChR-antibody seronegative generalized MG.
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Study finds urinary dysfunction is common in MG
A recent study study found a higher burden of urinary symptoms in patients with MG, particularly in those with late-onset MG and higher MG-ADL scores.
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Nationwide study shows racial and ethnic differences in MG severity
People of color face a higher disease burden and more severe hospital outcomes from myasthenia gravis compared to white patients.
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New research finds thymomas worsen prognosis in MG
Researchers found that patients with MG with thymoma experience higher risks of clinical deterioration after thymectomy.
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Study reveals gaps in blood testing for myasthenia gravis
Many people with myasthenia gravis are diagnosed and treated without antibody blood tests that can help clarify the diagnosis.
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Sleep disturbances are a prevalent problem in myasthenia gravis
Sleep disturbances in MG may exacerbate fatigue and compromise quality of life.
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Motivation and muscle pain limit exercise in MG
People with myasthenia gravis view physical activity as beneficial but many do not get as much physical activity as doctors recommend.
