General Guidance, Information and Support

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General Guidance, Information and Support

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The extraocular muscles are the six muscles that control the movements of the eyes.
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.
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The myasthenias are a group of neuromuscular conditions. They are rare but also manageable.
Intravenous Immunoglobulin

IVIg is given intravenously into a vein via an infusion pump.
Myasthenia Gravis

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

People with myasthenia MUST inform the DVLA that they have the condition.
Thymectomy Information

Find out how a thymectomy can help people with myasthenia gravis.
Steroid Information Sheet

Steroids are a type of medication called an immunosuppressant.
LEMS

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