Were you looking for information about Myasthenia Gravis? Myasthemia gravis is a common misspelling of myasthenia gravis.
Myasthenia gravis is considered an autoimmune disease in which the body's immune system turns against itself and attacks its own tissues. It is a condition that affects the transmission of signals from nerves to muscles. In myasthenia gravis, antibodies block, alter, or destroy the receptors for acetylcholine at the neuromuscular junction, which prevents the muscle contraction from occurring. This disease is characterized by muscle weakness that increases during periods of activity and improves after periods of rest.
(Click Myasthenia Gravis to learn about the causes of this condition, for a list of other possible symptoms, and for information on available treatment options. You can also click any of the links in the box to the right for specific information.)
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