Category: Thoughts
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Enjoying Fall with Myasthenia Gravis
Greg Olsen
in ThoughtsFall brings crisp air, vibrant leaves, and a welcome break from summer’s heat, which can be refreshing for those living with Myasthenia Gravis (MG). The cooler temperatures can help managing symptoms, like muscle fatigue and weakness, a little easier. We don’t get to enjoy the change of seasons as easily here in the south, but…
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A Prayer for Those With MG
Greg Olsen
in ThoughtsI read a post recently that said: “Dear Lord, thank you for my job, but if winning the lottery is in your plans for me, I just wanted you to know I was open to it.” While I got a chuckle out of this post, it also made me think. Not only was this person…
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Facing Fears with Myasthenia Gravis
Greg Olsen
in ThoughtsI was recently asked the question by one of my readers: “How do you face the fears that come with having Myasthenia Gravis?” Living with Myasthenia Gravis (MG) can feel like a daily battle against uncertainty. The physical challenges like muscle weakness, fatigue, and unpredictable symptoms often bring fear and doubt. Will I be able…
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Navigating Fraud in the Myasthenia Gravis Community
Greg Olsen
in ThoughtsLiving with Myasthenia Gravis (MG) is challenging enough without having to worry about fraudsters trying to take advantage of our vulnerabilities. As someone who’s been navigating this condition for years, I’ve seen how our community—full of resilient, supportive people—can sometimes become a target for scams. Whether it’s fake cures promising miracles or sneaky attempts to…
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Life Is Like A Box Of Chocolates
Greg Olsen
in ThoughtsI saw my neurologist recently for my 6 month checkup. I told him I was doing well, but the Mestinon (Pyridostigmine) didn’t seem to be holding me as well between doses. I was taking a dose every four hours. He instructed me to increase the dose to one every three hours, but to let him…
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Monica Seles – Brave Enough to Stand
Greg Olsen
in ThoughtsI read an article this morning in the Daily Mail about Monica Seles, the tennis legend. She has Myasthenia Gravis and has begun to use her voice to spread awareness. The article said she first started noticing something was off while playing tennis with her family and friends. Sometimes she would see two balls instead…
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MG and Anesthesia
Greg Olsen
in ThoughtsIn a previous blog, I mentioned I was scheduled to undergo MOHs surgery to remove a basal cell carcinoma from my chin. I thought I’d provide an update before we get into today’s topic. I had the surgery yesterday and everything went well. As confirmed with the MOHs procedure, they removed the rest of the…
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Myasthenia Gravis and Its Impact on Health
Greg Olsen
in ThoughtsI was recently asked what other health conditions may be triggered by Myasthenia Gravis. Let me spell out a few. While MG itself can significantly impact quality of life, it can also lead to or exacerbate other health conditions due to its effect on the body and the treatments used to manage it. Some of…
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Myasthenia Gravis and Hearing Loss
Greg Olsen
in ThoughtsBefore we get into today’s topic, I thought we should start with a joke. I feel like laughing. A guy walks into a pet store and says to the owner, “I want a pet that’s really different. Something unusual.” The store owner thinks for a moment and says, “I’ve got just what you want. It’s…