From the Guidelines
Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (ME) and Myasthenia Gravis (MG) present with distinct symptoms, including severe fatigue, muscle weakness, and pain, with ME/CFS literature suggesting postexertional malaise, cognitive dysfunction, and immune dysfunction as key symptoms 1. The symptoms of ME include postexertional malaise, cognitive dysfunction, and immune dysfunction, as outlined in the ME/CFS literature 1. In contrast, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) is characterized by muscle weakness, particularly in the proximal extremities, with difficulties in standing up, lifting arms, and moving around, as well as myalgia in severe cases 1. Some key symptoms of ME and MG include:
- Postexertional malaise
- Cognitive dysfunction
- Immune dysfunction
- Muscle weakness, particularly in the proximal extremities
- Myalgia
- Fatigue
- Pain
- Dysautonomia It is essential to note that the symptoms of ME and MG can be similar to those of other conditions, such as polymyalgia rheumatica, inflammatory myositis, and fibromyalgia, making diagnosis challenging 1. The most recent and highest quality study, published in 2023, provides a comprehensive overview of the symptoms and treatment options for ME/CFS, which can be applied to the management of ME and MG 1.
From the Research
Symptoms of Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (ME) or Myasthenia Gravis (MG)
There are no research papers provided to assist in answering this question about the symptoms of Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (ME) or Myasthenia Gravis (MG). The studies provided are related to Macrophage Activation Syndrome (MAS) and do not discuss ME or MG.