Myasthenia Gravis and Neuromuscular Junction Disorders

Myasthenia Gravis and Neuromuscular Junction Disorders

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Description

These are autoimmune conditions affecting the communication between nerves and muscles:

• Myasthenia Gravis: Presents with drooping eyelids, double vision, swallowing difficulty, or limb weakness—typically worsens with activity

• Diagnosis via antibody testing (AChR, MuSK), repetitive nerve stimulation, and response to medications

• Treatment with acetylcholinesterase inhibitors (e.g., pyridostigmine), immunosuppressants, plasmapheresis/IVIG during crises, and thymectomy evaluation....