Comparing Lockdown and Chronic Illness
April 23, 2020
How have you been feeling lately? Are you not doing as well as usual in the face of worldwide lockdowns from the COVID-19 pandemic? Is
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Welcome to my humble blog about Living with Myasthenia Gravis from a patient’s perspective. Through my own Myasthenia Gravis story, I’ll share tips for dealing with MG. I cover what treatments I’ve tried and give symptom descriptions “from the inside.” I’ll share my own Myasthenia Gravis patient stories gathered since my long sought diagnosis in 2009. I felt it fit to write my own Myasthenia Gravis patient blog, because this so called “Snowflake Disease” is different with each of us. The Myasthenia Gravis information I offer in my blog is an echo of doctor’s advice combined with first hand experience of how this advice fits into an actual MG patient’s lifestyle. My blog will hopefully also offer up moral support for Myasthenia Gravis patients and caregivers in showing that they are not alone. From my diagnosis, to near myasthenic crisis, IVIG infusions, and being immunocompromised in the time of COVID-19 Coronavirus pandemic, get an inside glimpse of living with Myasthenia Gravis. DISCLAIMER: This blog is not a diagnostic resource. It is a recounting of my own experiences for the purpose of Myasthenia Gravis awareness, and support for other patients. Always refer to your doctor’s advice and diagnosis when handling your own symptoms. I recommend this Australian Myasthenia Gravis website for straight medical facts and official Myasthenia Gravis information.
Coronavirus and Myasthenia Gravis
March 16, 2020
This blog post is short and sweet. Is the Coronavirus still circulating and you have Myasthenia Gravis? If so, social distancing is imperative. It is an absolute MUST that you stay indoors at home, while also not inviting people in. Self-sequestering saves lives and lightens the load on your area’s health system. If you do venture out, be sure it is away from the public. Take advantage of any opportunity to have groceries and necessities delivered, or at the very least, travel along with someone to go shopping, but send them in with the list. The following post briefly explains how the virus and MG may interact while also suggesting some positive ways to get through this rather unusual and unfortunate epoch.
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The Truth About Being a “FALL RISK” with Myasthenia Gravis
January 27, 2020
I am a Myathenia Gravis patient reporting my inpatient experiences regarding misunderstandings and occasional inaction by medical staff when weakness symptoms suddenly developed with this
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Georgetown University Hospital MRI Music
June 24, 2019
Wondering about MRI noise level at Georgetown University Hospital? As of June 19, 2019 Georgetown University Hospital Radiology offers music during MRI tests via FM
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Caregiver Guidelines for Myasthenia Gravis
June 4, 2019
Interested in better caregiving for those with Myasthenia Gravis (or even yourself)? This disease is better not faced alone, and caregivers may not know what a diagnosed person is going through. It’s an invisible disease that is not very commonly known, so read on for my informative tips on Myasthenia Gravis care. The emphasis of this blog post is general advice in caring for someone with Myasthenia Gravis with minor to medium levels of symptoms written by someone who has the disease themself.
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What to Expect During IVIG Induction Treatment
March 1, 2019
If you’ve had this treatment suggested for Myasthenia Gravis, it’s likely that lesser treatments are failing you. Typically, Mestinon and / or steroids might not work, or be outruled. This treatment can be a big step for MG patients, as it requires a hospital stay for the blood antibody serum infusion. Thoughts of chemotherapy may come to mind. Scary! Here I will outline my experience undergoing the initial IVIG introduction, and give pointers for getting through follow up treatments.
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The Long Road to Myasthenia Gravis Diagnosis
December 9, 2018
A Myasthenia Gravis patient’s 20 year trek to get a correct MG diagnosis, including examples of misdiagnosis, descriptions of diagnostic tests, symptoms, and personal recollections of dealing with the slow process.
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Near Myasthenic Crisis
September 26, 2018
On May 1 I had my first ambulance ride, rescued by EMS, nearing Myasthenia Crisis. I’ve been inspired to share Myasthenia Gravis information from a patient’s perspective in this blog. My “too close to myasthenic crisis” story and blog kick-off follows.
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