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Survey by VLM

VLM are a medical communications company keen to learn more about the unmet needs of those living with myasthenia....
The European Myasthenia Gravis Association

The EUMGA has relocated to Belgium .... read more here
Kids Group Zoom Session

How are you? Has it been a while since you spoke with anyone living alongside myasthenia?
Hari's 3 peak challenge for Myasthenia Gravis and Thymic Cancer Awareness

To raise awareness for people around the world living with myasthenia gravis

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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.
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.