Myasthenia Gravis Treatment Overview

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CONDITION AND TREATMENT OVERVIEW Myasthenia Gravis

Receiving a chronic condition diagnosis can feel defeating. “You mean I’m going to struggle with these symptoms forever?” It can even feel like losing your independence.

This is exactly how many people with myasthenia gravis feel. Because every aspect of life is affected, it can be overwhelming. Fortunately, with infusion therapy, symptoms can be managed, and a sense of hope can be restored.

Myasthenia Gravis

What is Myasthenia Gravis?

Myasthenia gravis is a chronic autoimmune condition that results in fatigue and weakened muscles. Someone with myasthenia gravis may feel increased weakness in their arms and legs as time goes on. One of the earliest symptoms is drooping eyelids. The weakness can also spread to other muscles, possibly affecting everyday actions such as:

  • Eating
  • Speaking
  • Swallowing
  • Breathing
  • Showing facial expressions
  • Standing upright
  • Walking

What causes myasthenia gravis? As an autoimmune disorder, these symptoms are the result of the body’s own immune system. The body normally communicates to the body via the nervous system. But with myasthenia gravis, antibodies attack the nervous system, preventing proper communication. This is why muscles feel weak and movements become difficult.

There are other factors that affect myasthenia gravis, such as an additional illness, pregnancy, menstrual periods, and significant stress.

How Can Myasthenia Gravis Be Treated?

Because there is no cure, Myasthenia Gravis treatments focus on symptom management. Generally, Myasthenia Gravis can be treated with oral medications that promote proper communication between the nerves and the muscles. However, for patients that are experiencing increasing symptoms, infusion therapy for Myasthenia Gravis could be the best option.

Many patients who do not see results with oral medications find great success managing their Myasthenia Gravis symptoms with IV therapy. Infusion therapy is when medication is administered directly into the bloodstream rather than needing to be digested first. This allows the medication to work faster than oral medicine.

Why Infusion for Health is a Leader for Myasthenia Gravis Treatment

At Infusion for Health, we offer the leading treatments for Myasthenia Gravis, including:

  • Rituxin
  • Soliris
  • IVIg
  • Ultomiris
  • Vyvgart

Our entire experience is designed around making you feel comfortable and relaxed during your therapy.

We know scheduling your treatment can feel just as frustrating as dealing with your insurance. That’s why we pride ourselves on making it easy to schedule or reschedule your Infusion for Health session.

During the day of your treatment, you’ll be greeted by our friendly staff. Then you’ll be taken to our private treatment suites where you’ll be able to relax in a comfortable recliner while receiving your therapy.

Need a snack, drink, or a warm blanket? Just let us know, and we’ll bring one right away (and of course, there’s great Wi-Fi!)

Once your session is over, we’ll also follow up with your doctor to make sure everyone involved in your treatment has the information they need.

It’s all part of our commitment to put our patient’s care, safety, and comfort at the center of everything we do.

If you are looking for a convenient, affordable, comfortable way to manage myasthenia gravis symptoms, then learn more about planning your visit to one of our clinics. The entire team at Infusion for Health is here to make your myasthenia gravis infusion therapy simple.

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