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life with myasthenia

Coping in hot weather

Coping in hot weather

How to manage myasthenia in hot weather Read more

Published: 22nd July, 2021

Updated: 20th August, 2021

Author: Chris Millard

Neostigmine bromide Update

Neostigmine bromide Update

Alliance Pharmaceuticals Ltd will be discontinuing the supply of Neostigmine Bromide Tablets 15mg Read more

Published: 25th September, 2020

Author: Chris Millard

Myasthenia and Pregnancy

Myasthenia and Pregnancy

Read information about myasthenia and pregnancy - before, during and afterwards. Read more

Published: 1st September, 2020

Updated: 5th November, 2020

Author:

Drugs to Avoid

Drugs to Avoid

Reactions to drugs are specific to the individual. Nature has made the ignition system very secure. Read more

Published: 31st August, 2020

Updated: 17th October, 2022

Author: Chris Albas-Martin

Information for Women

Information for Women

Women experience the same problems as men with myasthenia, but may have extra difficulties.. Read more

Published: 4th August, 2020

Updated: 1st November, 2022

Author: Siobhan Yavanna

Vaccination Information

Vaccination Information

Vaccines can be a concern but most are safe. Read more

Published: 4th July, 2020

Updated: 11th August, 2022

Author: Siobhan Yavanna

Food & Myasthenia

Food & Myasthenia

Our soft food recipe page for you to enjoy. Read more

Published: 4th June, 2020

Updated: 9th September, 2020

Author: Chris Millard

Employment Information

Employment Information

Many people with myasthenia continue to work. Read more

Published: 4th May, 2020

Updated: 9th September, 2020

Author:

Schools & Education

Schools & Education

How to help people with myasthenia through the school day. Read more

Published: 4th April, 2020

Updated: 10th September, 2020

Author:

Dentistry and Myasthenia

Dentistry and Myasthenia

Communication between you and your dentist is vital. Read more

Published: 4th February, 2020

Updated: 4th September, 2020

Author: Siobhan Yavanna

Meet people with Myasthenia

Meet people with Myasthenia

People's real life stories about living with myasthenia. Read more

Published: 4th January, 2020

Updated: 21st July, 2021

Author: Chris Millard

Skin & immunosuppressants

Skin & immunosuppressants

If you are taking immunosuppressant medication, it is important to take good care of your skin. Read more

Published: 20th February, 2019

Updated: 10th September, 2020

Author: Chris Albas-Martin

ABN Management Guidelines

ABN Management Guidelines

Guidelines to help physicians manage myasthenia. Read more

Published: 12th July, 2017

Updated: 15th November, 2022

Author:

Anaesthetic and Myasthenia

Anaesthetic and Myasthenia

Information for people about anaesthetics and myasthenia. Read more

Published: 4th March, 2017

Updated: 9th October, 2020

Author: Chris Albas-Martin

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    Efgartigimod

    Learn more about Efgartigimod (Vygart).

  • Easyfundraising

  • Super Synapses

    Super Synapses

    Another project spearheaded by Dr David Beeson focusing on CMS.

  • Review of the roles of thymectomy and intensive care treatment in myasthenia gravis.

    Review of the roles of thymectomy and intensive care treatment in myasthenia gravis.

    Two projects undertaken by Dr Jennifer Spillane during the course of her PhD.

Most read

  • Drugs to Avoid

    Drugs to Avoid

    Reactions to drugs are specific to the individual. Nature has made the ignition system very secure.

  • The Extraocular Muscles

    The Extraocular Muscles

    The extraocular muscles are the six muscles that control the movements of the eyes.

  • Pyridostigmine Information

    Pyridostigmine Information

    common questions patients ask about pyridostigmine.

  • 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.

  • Intravenous Immunoglobulin

    Intravenous Immunoglobulin

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

  • LEMS

    LEMS

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

  • Myasthenia Gravis

    Myasthenia Gravis

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

  • Steroid Information Sheet

    Steroid Information Sheet

    Steroids are a type of medication called an immunosuppressant.

  • Thymectomy Information

    Thymectomy Information

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

  • Driving

    Driving

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

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