Is the constant buzz in your ears related to myasthenia gravis?
Yes, hearing changes can be connected to MG, though they're not among the most common symptoms. The constant buzz you're experiencing is called tinnitus, and it can occur in people with myasthenia gravis.
While hearing loss isn't typically one of the first MG Show Full Answer
Is the constant buzz in your ears related to myasthenia gravis?
Yes, hearing changes can be connected to MG, though they're not among the most common symptoms. The constant buzz you're experiencing is called tinnitus, and it can occur in people with myasthenia gravis.
While hearing loss isn't typically one of the first MG symptoms, some people do notice changes over time. Research has found hearing loss in about 30 percent of people with MG, though many don't notice it without specific testing.
Why this might happen:
In some people with MG, the antibodies that attack muscle receptors can also affect hair cells in the inner ear. These hair cells normally help translate sound into signals your brain can understand. When they're affected, it can lead to hearing problems including tinnitus.
What you should do:
It's important to talk to your doctor about this symptom. While it could be MG-related, tinnitus can have other causes too, and your healthcare provider can help determine what's going on and discuss treatment options.
You're not alone in experiencing this - other MGteam members have noticed hearing-related symptoms as part of their MG journey.
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