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Slidell, LA
December 26, 2025
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Johanna
Mestinon need to be taken after meals and during the day if she is having pain I would check with the doc to see if maybe her dose needs looking at either too high or low
Also
Ask her about any muscle that is acting funny.
Weak
Tremors
Pain for no reason
Giving out as she does a task
Sleepy
Headache
Brain fog
Anything
make a list

February 6 (edited)
A MGteam Member

My daughter complains about pain in her legs when I mentioned to her neurologist he said it's considered sore meds and it's common for mg

February 5
A MGteam Member

Because MG is different or everyone anytime we have a flare up, bbbe it our wye legs ft shoulder it's best to make sure that whatever the pain you check up with your neurologist to make sure. If the neuro declares it's a flareup then you can try some of our go to methods to ease the pain.
For me when my legs flared I drink pickle juice it helps n seconds if the pain is just from a flare up in your muscles.
Also consider when you're taking it.
Before or after meals. Iiif it's after then no problem I guess. But if you're taking it like at bedtime then you will definitely have pain in your legs, and feet.
Stay hopeful 😎

December 27, 2025
A MGteam Member

I'm working 14 hr days right now and my legs are killing me!

December 26, 2025
MGteam

Can myasthenia gravis cause leg pain?

MG doesn't directly cause pain in the legs or elsewhere. The primary symptom is muscle weakness, not pain. However, the muscle weakness itself can sometimes lead to discomfort.

When the muscles in your legs aren't working properly, it can change how you move and walk. This altered Show Full Answer

Can myasthenia gravis cause leg pain?

MG doesn't directly cause pain in the legs or elsewhere. The primary symptom is muscle weakness, not pain. However, the muscle weakness itself can sometimes lead to discomfort.

When the muscles in your legs aren't working properly, it can change how you move and walk. This altered movement pattern can put extra stress on your joints and muscles over time, which may lead to general aches and pains in the legs.

Additionally, some MG treatments, particularly corticosteroids like prednisone at higher doses, can cause joint pain as a side effect. Long-term steroid use can also lead to bone problems that might contribute to leg discomfort.

If you're experiencing leg pain, it's worth discussing with your MG specialist. They can help determine whether it's related to muscle weakness, medication side effects, or another cause entirely, and work with you on the best approach to manage it.

December 26, 2025

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