Myasthenia gravis (MG) is characterized by muscle weakness that worsens with activity and improves with rest. Here are the common signs and symptoms:
Eye Muscles
Drooping Eyelids (Ptosis): One or both eyelids may droop.
Double Vision (Diplopia): This can be horizontal or vertical and often improves when one eye is closed.
Face and Throat Muscles
Difficulty Speaking: Speech may sound soft or nasal.
Problems Swallowing: Choking easily, difficulty eating, drinking, or taking pills.
Chewing Difficulties: Muscles used for chewing may tire halfway through a meal.
Changes in Facial Expressions: For example, a smile might look like a snarl.
Neck and Limb Muscles
Weakness in the Neck, Arms, and Legs: This can affect walking and holding up the head.
Fatigue: General muscle fatigue that worsens with activity.
Breathing Muscles
Shortness of Breath: In severe cases, muscle weakness can affect breathing
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Eye Muscles
Drooping Eyelids (Ptosis): One or both eyelids may droop.
Double Vision (Diplopia): This can be horizontal or vertical and often improves when one eye is closed.
Face and Throat Muscles
Difficulty Speaking: Speech may sound soft or nasal.
Problems Swallowing: Choking easily, difficulty eating, drinking, or taking pills.
Chewing Difficulties: Muscles used for chewing may tire halfway through a meal.
Changes in Facial Expressions: For example, a smile might look like a snarl.
Neck and Limb Muscles
Weakness in the Neck, Arms, and Legs: This can affect walking and holding up the head.
Fatigue: General muscle fatigue that worsens with activity.
Breathing Muscles
Shortness of Breath: In severe cases, muscle weakness can affect breathing
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