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.
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Rare case of myasthenia gravis caused by Lyme disease
A 74-year-old man developed myasthenia gravis after getting Lyme disease, an illness caused by bacteria spread by tick bites.
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New study reveals how age at onset affects MG symptoms and outcomes
A large Chinese study revealed key differences in myasthenia gravis (MG) across childhood, adulthood and older age.
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FDA approves inebilizumab for generalized myasthenia gravis
FDA approval of inebilizumab gives adults with generalized myasthenia gravis a new treatment designed for long-lasting symptom control.
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Study calls for guidelines on MG treatment during pregnancy
A recent study found that MG was associated with poor outcomes in pregnancy and the period immediately after.
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IL-17A blocker shows early benefits in generalized MG
Secukinumab was linked to rapid symptom and quality-of-life improvements in people with AChR-positive MG in a small retrospective study.
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People with MG face higher risk of mental distress, study finds
New research finds people living with MG experience higher levels of depression, anxiety and sleep disturbances compared to healthy peers.
