Tag: MGFA
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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…
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Welcome, August
Greg Olsen
in ThoughtsWhen I was young and in school, I always looked at August as a transition month. It was a reminder that summer was about to end and I’d soon be going back to school. Back then, the school year didn’t start until September, but school started appearing at the back of your mind in August.…
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Finding Strength in Our Reactions with Myasthenia Gravis
Greg Olsen
in ThoughtsLiving with Myasthenia Gravis (MG) means navigating a landscape of unpredictability. Each day can bring new challenges—sometimes subtle, sometimes overwhelming. Fluctuating muscle strength, unexpected fatigue, and the ever-present uncertainty about how we’ll feel tomorrow are all realities we share. While it’s easy to wish for more control over the circumstances we face, the truth is…
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New Challenges
Greg Olsen
in ThoughtsFirst, thanks to all of you who read my blogs. If you have Myasthenia Gravis or know someone who does, I hope you find them helpful and informative. Sometimes we’re faced with new challenges and I wanted to share one of my new challenges with you. Recently, I was diagnosed with basal cell carcinoma (BCC),…
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Faith as a Personal Choice
Greg Olsen
in ThoughtsIn my previous blog, I shared how faith in God serves as a steady anchor for me while navigating the unpredictable challenges of Myasthenia Gravis (MG). Today, I want to share why faith is a deeply personal choice and how, while it’s a huge part of my journey, I believe in sharing it openly without…
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Faith: A Steady Anchor for Those with Myasthenia Gravis
Greg Olsen
in Thoughts“Feelings change quickly; faith stays steady.” This statement resonates deeply for those of us with Myasthenia Gravis who must sometimes navigate the unpredictability of life. The physical and emotional challenges of MG can feel like a storm, with symptoms fluctuating from day to day, even hour to hour. In the midst of our struggles, our…