If you're dealing with Myasthenia Gravis (MG), know that while a cure hasn't been found yet, many effective treatments can help. Some even see their symptoms improve on their own, though it's not common. Your MG journey is uniquely yours, and your doctor will work with you to find the best treatment plan. With the right approach, you can gain more strength and control. And remember, as research continues, new treatments are on the horizon, offering hope for a better tomorrow.
Over the next few sessions we will learn more about the following treatment options:
Surgical treatment (thymectomy)
Medical treatment
Anti-acetylcholinesterase agents
Neonatal Fc receptor (FcRn) blockers
C5 Protein Inhibitors
Corticosteroids and immunosuppressant agents
Complement Inhibitors including Soliris
Intravenous immune globulins (IVIg)
IgG Sub-cue Hizentra
Therapeutic Plasma Exchange
These medications work in a number of different ways. Some medications block the protein (enzyme) that breaks down acetylcholine (needed for muscle contraction). Others suppress the body’s immune system reducing antibodies which attack the muscle as explained in Week 1.
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Content has been taken from MGFA, adapted and clinically reviewed for accuracy.