Myasthenia gravis: case report and analysis
Hanson, C.J.
Journal of the American Osteopathic Association 81(6): 378-381
1982
ISSN/ISBN: 0098-6151 PMID: 7068459 Document Number: 187780
The abnormal muscular fatigability that characterizes myasthenia gravis may be distinguished from that associated with other neural and muscular diseases by the resolution of weakness after rest, exacerbation after repetitive movement, the muscles preferred and the reversal of symptoms by anticholinesterase drugs. The disorder affects children in .apprx. 20% of the cases and may be seen in the offspring of mothers with the condition. When anticholinesterase agents, steroids and thymectomy are not effective, drainage of the thoracic duct, plasmapheresis and administration of immunosuppressive drugs may be helpful.