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Different Types of Myasthenia

Myasthenia Gravis

Myasthenia Gravis

Myasthenia gravis (MG) is an autoimmune condition. Your own antibodies will attack communications between your brain and muscle movements. Read more

Published: 3rd September, 2020

Updated: 4th January, 2022

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Ocular Myasthenia

Ocular Myasthenia

Ocular myasthenia is a form of myasthenia in which the extraocular muscles, the muscles that control the eyes and eyelids, are easily fatigued and weakened. Read more

Published: 1st September, 2020

Updated: 2nd June, 2021

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LEMS

LEMS

Lambert-Eaton myasthenic syndrome (LEMS) is an autoimmune condition. Your antibodies attack the nerve endings and stop muscles contracting causing muscle fatigue. Read more

Published: 2nd September, 2019

Updated: 4th September, 2020

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CMS

CMS

Congenital Myasthenia Syndrome is a group of conditions caused by an inherited disorder that affects the junction between the nerve and the muscle. Read more

Published: 12th July, 2017

Updated: 4th September, 2020

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