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Myasthenia Gravis (MG)

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Neurology Department, Halifax Infirmary

Myasthenia gravis (MG) is a chronic (ongoing) neuromuscular disorder that causes weakness in your voluntary muscles (muscles you can control). This pamphlet explains what causes MG, what the symptoms are, and how it is diagnosed and treated. A list of resources is included.

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