Myasthenia Gravis

Myasthenia Gravis is an autoimmune disorder that affects the transmission of nerve impulses to and from the muscles. It is characterized by muscle weakness and fatigue, and it is caused by the immune system producing abnormal antibodies that attack the neuromuscular junction and disrupt the transmission of signals from the nerve to the muscles. Symptoms of Myasthenia Gravis can vary, but may include muscle weakness, difficulty speaking, difficulty swallowing, double vision, and drooping eyelids. Treatment of Myasthenia Gravis includes medications that reduce inflammation, as well as drugs that help to increase the transmission of nerve impulses to the muscles. In some cases, surgery may be required to remove the thymus gland, which is believed to be the root cause of the condition.