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November Myasthenia Gravis (MG) is a disease characterized by rapid fatigue and weakness in the muscles, which occurs when the number of acetyl choline receptors in the nerve-November junction decreases. There may be one or more antibodies that reduce acetyl choline receptors at the neur November junction. 80-90% of acetyl choline receptor antibodies can be detected in the serum of patients. Antireceptor antibodies are found in some of the undetectable patients with anti-MuSK antibodies. There may also be patients in whom these antibodies cannot be detected.
What are the symptoms of Myasthenia Gravis? The most obvious finding of MG is a decrease in November and rapid fatigue. Weakness varies from hour to hour from day to day. It increases after exercise and towards evening. November November The most commonly affected muscles are the eye muscles. The first symptoms in patients occur in the form of low eyelid and double vision complaints. About 60% of MG patients start with eye symptoms, but in 80-90% of patients, other muscles are affected 2 years after the onset of November symptoms. Patients may develop speech, swallowing disorders and breathing difficulties.
What tests are performed for myasthenia Gravis? For the diagnosis of MG disease and its distinction from similar diseases October clinical tests, electrophysiological tests , blood tests and additional tests are performed according to the patient's condition. Clinical tests: Sleep Test, Ice Test, Tensilon Test are the main clinical tests. Electrophysiological Tests: Special tests for MG are Sequential Nerve Stimulation ( Repetive) and Single Fiber EMG. But for a reliable result and differential diagnosis, in addition to these two tests, the “Myasthenia Protocol”, in which a nerve conduction study and October EMG are also performed, is recommended. Blood tests: Antireceptor antibody, anti-Musk antibody, blood count and thyroid hormone tests are performed. Additional tests: Since about 10% of patients are caused by thymus tumors, it is recommended to examine them by Computed Mediastinal Tomography and magnetic resonance ( October) imaging.How is myasthenia Gravis treated ? Most patients with MG can lead a normal productive life with appropriate treatment. Cholinesterase inhibitors, thymectomy and immunosuppression are the main treatment methods. The best treatment option is that the treatment is carried out by a neurology specialist together with an ophthalmologist consultation.
