Year: 2024
Type: article
Study design: Case Report
Abstract: Myasthenia gravis (MG) is a chronic neuromuscular disease characterized by the progressive weakness of voluntary muscles, which encompass those in the face, throat, diaphragm, and those attached to bones. Patients commonly present with specific muscle weakness, such as difficulty in eye movement, facial expression, or swallowing, rather than generalized fatigue. However, as the disease advances, the majority of patients develop respiratory symptoms, which can significantly impact their quality of life. This makes the management of respiratory comorbidities essential, as respiratory tract infections can lead to exacerbations of MG and trigger a myasthenic crisis, necessitating immediate medical intervention. This report highlights a patient who initially presented with acute respiratory distress and was subsequently diagnosed with MG, underscoring the importance of recognizing respiratory symptoms in the context of this condition.
Source: Cureus
DOI: 10.7759/cureus.67635
Authors: Bingu Shiv Kiran Reddy, Ulhas Jadhav, Pankaj Wagh, Jay Bhanushali, Souvik Sarkar
Language: English
Subfield: Neurology
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4401855097