PHYSIOLOGY
MYASTHENIA GRAVIS
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[CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
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Yes
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No
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Either A or B
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None of the above
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Detailed explanation-1: -Myasthenia gravis is not inherited nor is it contagious. Occasionally, the disease may occur in more than one member of the same family. Although myasthenia gravis is rarely seen in infants, the fetus may acquire antibodies from a female parent-a condition called neonatal myasthenia.
Detailed explanation-2: -Living with myasthenia gravis The goal of treatment is to increase general muscle function and prevent swallowing and breathing problems. Most people with myasthenia gravis can improve their muscle strength and lead normal or near normal lives.
Detailed explanation-3: -Myasthenia gravis is encountered at all ages but classically the distribution is bimodal: the first frequency peak between 20 and 40 years old at predominantly female dominance; the second frequency peak between 55 and 75 years old at male dominance [6-7].
Detailed explanation-4: -Fatigue. Illness or infection. Surgery. Stress. Some medications-such as beta blockers, quinidine gluconate, quinidine sulfate, quinine (Qualaquin), phenytoin, certain anesthetics and some antibiotics. Pregnancy. Menstrual periods. 22-Jun-2021