Is gastroparesis common in myasthenia gravis patients, and can thymectomy cause gastroparesis?
The search results don't specifically mention gastroparesis as a complication of myasthenia gravis or thymectomy. However, swallowing difficulties (dysphagia) are quite common, affecting 30-60% of people with MG.
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Is gastroparesis common in myasthenia gravis patients, and can thymectomy cause gastroparesis?
The search results don't specifically mention gastroparesis as a complication of myasthenia gravis or thymectomy. However, swallowing difficulties (dysphagia) are quite common, affecting 30-60% of people with MG.
MG can cause weakness in the muscles that control swallowing, which affects the mouth, throat, and esophagus. This happens because the immune system attacks proteins in muscles, disrupting nerve-muscle communication.
While gastroparesis isn't discussed in the available information, it's worth noting that MG primarily affects voluntary muscles rather than the smooth muscles of the digestive tract. If you're experiencing digestive symptoms, it's important to discuss them with your healthcare team to determine the cause and appropriate treatment.
Regarding thymectomy risks, the documented complications include bleeding, infection, lung problems, and rarely myasthenic crisis. Gastroparesis isn't listed among the known risks of this surgery.
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