myasthenia

Noun

Meaning

any muscular weakness

a chronic progressive disease characterized by chronic fatigue and muscular weakness (especially in the face and neck); caused by a deficiency of acetylcholine at the neuromuscular junctions

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Again, plasma exchange is less effective than in other related conditions such as myasthenia gravis, and additional immunosuppressive medication is often needed. Source: Internet

An association between thyroid disease and myasthenia gravis has been recognized. Source: Internet

History The first to write about MG were Thomas Willis, Samuel Wilks, Erb, and Goldflam. citation The term "myasthenia gravis pseudo-paralytica" was proposed in 1895 by Jolly, a German physician. Source: Internet

Avoidance of fluoroquinolones in patients with known history of myasthenia gravis is advised. Source: Internet

Other The other black box warning is that ciprofloxacin should not be used in patients with myasthenia gravis due to possible exacerbation of muscle weakness which may lead to breathing problems resulting in death or ventilator support. Source: Internet

Penicillamine is not without problems: about 20% experience a side effect or complication of penicillamine treatment, such as drug-induced lupus (causing joint pains and a skin rash) or myasthenia (a nerve condition leading to muscle weakness). Source: Internet

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