It's great that IVIG helped with most of your symptoms β that's a real win! A lingering droopy eyelid after treatment is something others with MG have experienced too. You're definitely not alone in this.
Eye muscles in MG are particularly stubborn. They contract more rapidly than other muscles in the body, which makes Show Full Answer
It's great that IVIG helped with most of your symptoms β that's a real win! A lingering droopy eyelid after treatment is something others with MG have experienced too. You're definitely not alone in this.
Eye muscles in MG are particularly stubborn. They contract more rapidly than other muscles in the body, which makes them tire more easily and sometimes slower to respond to treatment. Several MGteam members have shared similar experiences with eye symptoms being the last to resolve. One MGteam member noted that their double vision subsided but eye-related issues continued to fluctuate.
The good news is there are options specifically for managing a droopy eyelid, including:
- Eyelid tape β holds the lid open gently without irritating skin
- Eyelid crutches β a device that attaches to glasses to prop the lid up
- Eyelid surgery β a more permanent lift option
- Ongoing MG medications β the same treatments used for generalized MG can also help ptosis It's worth letting your care team know the ptosis hasn't resolved, especially if it's affecting your vision or daily activities. They may want to monitor it or adjust your treatment plan accordingly.
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