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Myasthenia Gravis (gMG)

Myasthenia gravis (MG) is a chronic autoimmune neuromuscular disease causing muscle weakness and fatigue. The immune system attacks acetylcholine receptors at the neuromuscular junction. New FcRn inhibitor therapies (Vyvgart, Rystiggo) and complement inhibitors (Ultomiris) have transformed treatment for generalized MG.

📊 ~70,000 people in the US live with myasthenia gravis. It is the most common primary disease of the neuromuscular junction. 80% have generalized disease (gMG) affecting multiple muscle groups.
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👥 ~70,000 in US · Patients in US
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🏥 Neurology · Specialty
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💊 3 available · FDA-approved drugs

FDA-Approved Treatments

Current approved therapies — what they are, who makes them, and what to ask your doctor.

Vyvgart Hytrulo
efgartigimod alfa & hyaluronidase · argenx
FcRn Inhibitor (SQ)

FcRn inhibitor for gMG — reduces pathogenic IgG antibodies. Self-injectable at home. 68% of AChR+ patients achieved MG-ADL responder criteria.

💰 ~$460,000/year list Weekly subcutaneous self-injection (~2 min) ✓ Patient Assist
Rystiggo
rozanolixizumab-noli · UCB
FcRn Inhibitor (SQ)

Second FcRn inhibitor for gMG (approved 2023). Weekly self-injection. 30% absolute improvement in MG-ADL score vs placebo.

💰 ~$430,000/year list Weekly subcutaneous injection ✓ Patient Assist
Ultomiris
ravulizumab · AstraZeneca
Complement C5 Inhibitor (IV)

Complement C5 inhibitor approved for gMG in AChR+ adults (2022). Long-acting — only 8-week dosing interval.

💰 ~$500,000/year list IV infusion every 8 weeks ✓ Patient Assist

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📋 Newly Diagnosed Guide

Just diagnosed with myasthenia gravis? What to do first.

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1. See a neuromuscular specialist — not just any neurologist

MG is complex. A neuromuscular specialist or academic MG center will have experience with the full treatment range. The MGFA (myasthenia.org) maintains a provider directory.

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2. Get comprehensive antibody testing

Test for both AChR and MuSK antibodies. If both are negative and MG is still suspected, get LRP4 antibody testing. Your antibody status determines which treatments are most appropriate.

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3. Know your myasthenic crisis warning signs

Go to the ER immediately if you have worsening shortness of breath, inability to clear secretions, or rapidly worsening weakness — this is a medical emergency.

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Real questions from patients and caregivers — answered in plain English.

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Curated Recipes for Myasthenia Gravis

13 recipes curated around Anti-Inflammatory eating — each cross-checked against our medication interaction database.

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Easy
10 min prep · 15 min cook · Serves 2

Herb-Baked Salmon with Roasted Asparagus

This one's a crowd-pleaser. Omega-3s, minimal sodium, done in 25 minutes.

Why it works for Myasthenia Gravis Ginger and omega-3s work together to reduce systemic inflammation markers.
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5 min prep · 5 min cook · Serves 1

Turmeric Golden Milk (Warm Spice Drink)

Ancient remedy, modern validation. Warm, slightly spicy, genuinely calming.

Why it works for Myasthenia Gravis Curcumin (the active compound in turmeric) has dozens of clinical trials supporting its anti-inflammatory effects. Black pepper is required for meaningful absorption.
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10 min prep · 20 min cook · Serves 2

Wild Salmon & Quinoa Power Bowl

A legitimate anti-inflammatory meal that makes you feel like you're doing something right.

Why it works for Myasthenia Gravis Omega-3s from wild salmon, curcumin from turmeric, and ginger together create a powerful anti-inflammatory meal.
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10 min prep · 0 min cook · Serves 2

Walnut, Cherry & Arugula Salad

Tart, sweet, and full of things your joints will appreciate.

Why it works for Myasthenia Gravis Cherries are one of the few foods shown in clinical trials to reduce uric acid (gout) and muscle soreness after exercise. Walnuts provide plant-based omega-3s.
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5 min prep · 0 min cook · Serves 1

Ginger-Berry Anti-Inflammatory Smoothie

Two minutes, a blender, and your inflammation is about to meet its match.

Why it works for Myasthenia Gravis Ginger, turmeric, and berries each independently shown to reduce inflammatory markers (IL-6, CRP). Combined, they're a strong start to the day.
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15 min prep · 0 min cook · Serves 2

Chickpea Power Salad with Tahini Dressing

This is the salad that makes people stop saying they don't like salads.

Why it works for Myasthenia Gravis Cumin, garlic, and lemon are mild anti-inflammatory ingredients. The overall dietary pattern is consistent with anti-inflammatory eating.
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5 min prep · 0 min cook · Serves 1

Tart Cherry Anti-Inflammatory Smoothie Bowl

Tart cherries are one of the most studied anti-inflammatory foods on the planet. This bowl makes them delicious.

Why it works for Myasthenia Gravis Tart cherries contain some of the highest concentrations of anthocyanins of any food. Clinical trials show they reduce markers of inflammation (CRP, IL-6) and can lower uric acid — relevant for gout, lupus, and autoimmune joint conditions.
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10 min prep · 20 min cook · Serves 4

Mediterranean Baked Cod with Olives & Tomatoes

White fish, olives, capers, tomatoes. Mediterranean diet in a baking dish — done in 20 minutes.

Why it works for Myasthenia Gravis The Mediterranean dietary pattern is the most evidence-backed anti-inflammatory diet. Olive oil, tomatoes, and herbs together reduce multiple inflammatory markers. This dish is essentially the Mediterranean diet on a plate.
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10 min prep · 20 min cook · Serves 4

Broccoli & Chickpea Turmeric Curry

Warming, filling, and packed with compounds your immune system will appreciate. Vegan, done in 30 minutes.

Why it works for Myasthenia Gravis Broccoli contains sulforaphane — one of the most potent anti-inflammatory compounds in food, shown to activate the Nrf2 pathway. Combined with turmeric and ginger, this curry delivers multiple independent anti-inflammatory mechanisms in a single bowl.
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15 min prep · 40 min cook · Serves 6

Chicken & Wild Rice Anti-Inflammatory Soup

Comfort food with a purpose. Wild rice, ginger, turmeric, and a whole chicken. The soup your joints needed.

Why it works for Myasthenia Gravis Wild rice has significantly higher antioxidant content than white or brown rice. Combined with turmeric, ginger, and the collagen from long-simmered chicken, this soup addresses inflammation through multiple channels — joint support, gut lining, and antioxidant intake.
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10 min prep · 0 min cook · Serves 2

Blueberry, Spinach & Almond Salad

Blue + green is basically the anti-inflammatory color palette. This salad earns that description.

Why it works for Myasthenia Gravis Blueberries contain pterostilbene and anthocyanins — two of the most potent plant antioxidants known to reduce NF-κB inflammatory signaling. Spinach adds quercetin and kaempferol. Together, this salad is one of the most antioxidant-dense quick meals possible.
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10 min prep · 35 min cook · Serves 4

Rosemary-Garlic Roasted Chicken Thighs

Chicken thighs are more forgiving than breasts — juicy, flavorful, and ready in 35 minutes. The anti-inflammatory herbs carry this.

Why it works for Myasthenia Gravis Rosemary contains rosmarinic acid and carnosic acid — potent antioxidants shown to inhibit inflammatory enzymes. Thyme provides thymol, another anti-inflammatory compound. Herbs are often underrated as anti-inflammatory ingredients.
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15 min prep · 30 min cook · Serves 6

White Bean & Vegetable Minestrone

Italian grandma energy with a modern anti-inflammatory upgrade. This soup feeds six and gets better the next day.

Why it works for Myasthenia Gravis White beans contain polyphenols that activate anti-inflammatory pathways. Combined with olive oil (oleocanthal), tomatoes (lycopene), and fresh basil (eugenol), this soup provides broad anti-inflammatory coverage across multiple mechanisms.
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Food & medication interactions: Some ingredients interact with common medications. Cards marked with a warning badge include notes — always consult your pharmacist or doctor about dietary changes while on medication.