Diseases and Conditions
Myasthenia gravis
Antibodies
Thymus gland
Other causes
Factors that can worsen myasthenia gravis
Overview
Causes
Symptoms
Complications
Diagnosis
Treatment
Lifestyle and home remedies
Coping and support
Preparing for an appointment
Symptoms
Factors that can worsen myasthenia gravis
- Fatigue
- Illness or infection
- Surgery
- Stress
- Some medications — such as beta blockers, quinidine gluconate, quinidine sulfate, quinine (Qualaquin), phenytoin, certain anesthetics and some antibiotics
- Pregnancy
- Menstrual periods
