Myasthenia Gravis (MG) is a chronic autoimmune neuromuscular disorder where antibodies disrupt communication between nerves and muscles, leading to weakness that worsens with activity and improves with rest. It often affects eye, facial, throat, and limb muscles. While there is no cure, early diagnosis, medical management, and physiotherapy interventions help improve endurance, prevent complications, and enhance daily function, supporting a better quality of life for patients.
Causes of Myasthenia Gravis:
- Autoimmune attack on acetylcholine receptors at the neuromuscular junction
- Thymus gland abnormalities (thymoma or thymic hyperplasia)
- Genetic predisposition (rare familial cases)
- Co-existing autoimmune disorders
- Certain medications that can worsen symptoms
Symptoms of Myasthenia Gravis:
- Drooping eyelids (ptosis)
- Double vision (diplopia)
- Weakness in arms, legs, or neck muscles
- Difficulty speaking, chewing, or swallowing
- Fatigue that increases with activity and improves with rest
- Shortness of breath in severe cases
- Facial muscle weakness affecting expressions
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