Myasthenia Gravis (MG)

Myasthenia gravis is an autoimmune disease where the immune system attacks the body’s own tissues, interrupting the connection between nerves and muscles.

Degradation of motor neurons, conceptual computer illustration. Motor neuron diseases are a group of neurodegenerative disorders including amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, progressive bulbar palsy and other. Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, also referred to as Lou Gehrig's disease is the most common of the motor neuron diseases. Nerve degeneration and restricted production of the neurotransmitter dopamine results in deterioration of muscle tissue. This debilitating disease is characterized by rapidly progressive weakness, muscle atrophy and twitching, muscle spasticity, difficulty speaking (dysarthria), difficulty swallowing (dysphagia), and difficulty breathing (dyspnea).
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Simply Stated: Updates in Neuromuscular Junction (NMJ) Disorders

By Sujatha Gurunathan | March 31, 2025
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Making an Impact on Day 1 of the MDA Clinical and Scientific Conference

By Amy Bernstein | March 18, 2025
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MDA’s Development Grants Support Promising Researchers Entering the Neuromuscular Field

By Amy Bernstein | February 26, 2025
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Clinical Trial Alert: Phase 2/3 Study of an Investigational Medication in Pediatric Patients with Generalized Myasthenia Gravis

By MDA Staff | February 19, 2025
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Managing Medical Trauma

By Barbara and Jim Twardowski, RN | December 13, 2024
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Winter Weather Safety Tips for Neuromuscular Diseases

By Susan Johnston Taylor | November 18, 2024
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Understanding Myositis

By Myrna Traylor | August 13, 2024
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In Case You Missed It…

By MDA Staff | June 8, 2024
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Treatment Options for Autoimmune Neuromuscular Diseases

By Patrick Sullivan | May 17, 2024
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Clinical Trial Alert: Phase 3 Study of ALXN1720 in Adults with Generalized Myasthenia Gravis (gMG)

By Sujatha Gurunathan | May 13, 2024