Myasthenia Gravis Flashcards
1
Q
what is the pathology of MG?
A
Antibodies against acetylcholine receptors
75% of patients have thymus hyperplasia
2
Q
What are the treatments?
A
Anti- acetylcholinesterases- pyridostigmine
thymemctomy
steroids, azathioprine
Acute- plasma exchange and immunoglobulin