What are the symptoms of Myasthenia gravis?
The following are the most common symptoms of myasthenia gravis. However, each individual may experience symptoms differently. Symptoms may include: • visual problems, including drooping eyelids (ptosis) and double vision (diplopia) – about two-thirds of persons with MG have symptoms such as these at first. • severe muscle weakness and fatigue that may vary rapidly in intensity over days or even hours • facial muscle involvement causing a mask-like appearance; a smile may appear more like a snarl • difficulty in swallowing and/or pronouncing words • weakness of the neck and/or limbs The symptoms of myasthenia gravis may resemble other conditions. Always consult your physician for a diagnosis. Exacerbations (worsening of symptoms) and remissions (easing of symptoms) may occur periodically during the course of MG. Remissions, however, are only rarely permanent or complete.
