10 Symptoms of Myasthenia Gravis
Reviewed: Dr. Mera
Symptom #10: Difficulty Breathing
Difficulty breathing, dyspnea or shortness of breath, is another symptom of myasthenia gravis. These symptoms develop when the muscles in charge of the breathing process (i.e. intercostal muscles, diaphragm) are affected and become weak. In most cases, these breathing problems occur after an intense physical activity, while exercising or when lying down. Respiratory failure can be a presenting feature of the disease in approximately 18 percent of patients with myasthenia gravis.
Some myasthenia gravis patients complain also of chest pain and a sensation of tightness in the chest.
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