The progression of the disease varies from person to person but tends to get worse over time.
How MG Progresses
The disease can change over time, but usually gets worse.
Some people (10% - 40%), only have weak eye muscles.
The rest have increasing weakness in throat and limb muscles.
In two thirds of people, maximum weakness occurs in the first year.
Different stages of MG
Active Stage
Symptoms change quickly at first.
They then tend to get worse for several years.
Inactive State
After the active stage, symptoms improve and tend to fluctuate.
Here, any changes in strength are often because of:
Tiredness
Getting sick
Other clear reasons
Burnt-Out Stage
15-20 years later, the weakness can become permanent.
Some muscles might stop working altogether.
Things that make symptoms worse
Feeling very emotional.
Getting sick, especially with colds.
Problems with the thyroid gland.
Being pregnant.
Menstruation.
Certain medicines.
Getting too hot.
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Disclaimer
Content has been taken from MGFA, adapted and clinically reviewed for accuracy.