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Anyone Gaining Weight From Ivig And Prednisone

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Delhi, NY

Always weak and tired plus gaining weight

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Me too!

Has Anyone Been Given An Injection For Osteoporosis. I'm Concerned What Might Be In This Injection Or Infusion Because I Can't Seem To Find

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Severn, MD

Primary care who knows anything about mg

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Dear Christine, I hope you have a beautiful weekend. Take care of yourself!

What Medication Do Others Take For Osteoporosis?

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New Jersey City, NJ

I have just recently been diagnosed with mg. Mostly eye problems balance problem n I’m looking at other medication I’ve been taking to see if I need to find something else

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For individuals with myasthenia gravis (MG) who are concerned about osteoporosis, here are some key points based on my knowledge base:

- Corticosteroids: Often used to treat MG, but long-term use can… read more

I Am Seronegative MG And Have Fatigue Still After Christmas Activities. Is There Other Medication Besides Mestinon For Me?

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Houston, TX
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Make sure you have your doctor go over the side effects of each option, as well as the invasiveness and how.long the benefits last.

3yrs Of Prednisone, Last Dose In Sept. Muscle And Joint Soreness How Did Others Deal With Prednisone Withdrawl And How Long? Thank You

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Indianapolis, IN
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Prednisone withdrawal can be challenging, especially after long-term use. Here are some insights and tips based on my knowledge base:

- Side Effects: Long-term use of prednisone can lead to joint… read more

I Am Taking Prestone Steroids And Mestoin I Sweat At Random Times And Shake A Lot Is This Due To Steroids? Any Advice? I

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La Grange, TN
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Sweating and shaking can be side effects of both corticosteroids and Mestinon (pyridostigmine).

Corticosteroids
- Common side effects include mood swings, trouble sleeping, and increased appetite.
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I Have Both Ocular And Generalized Myasthenia Gravis. It Did Not Show Up In My Blood Work. Any New Treatments Or Drugs For This?

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I am seronegative also. I take Mestinon daily throughout the day and 10mg of Prednisone daily. I hope you have a good neurologist that can get you started on medications to help you.

Has Anyone Tried Low Does (1 Mg.) Of Pregnisone For Symptoms Of MG - Specially Muscle Spasms?

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Denver, NC
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Corticosteroids like prednisone are commonly prescribed to treat myasthenia gravis (MG). They work by decreasing inflammation and calming the immune system, which helps control symptoms. However, the… read more

What Symptoms Do You Feel When MG Effects Your Stomach? I'm Having Some Discomfort In My Upper Tummy Area. Perhaps A Side Effect Of Meds?

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Hello Neil, I have ulcerative colitis, so I am not sure my stomach issues are due to the MG. If you continue having upper stomach pain, I think it would be a good idea to reach out to your doctor to… read more

Is Memory Loss Part Of Mg?

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San Antonio, TX
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Yes, memory problems can be part of myasthenia gravis (MG). According to the knowledge base:

- Memory Issues: People with MG may experience memory problems such as forgetting words, memory loss… read more