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Myasthenia Gravis is on the rise


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  • Whilst rare, Myasthenia Gravis incidence has increased 3-fold since the 1950s
  • Suspect if a patient presents with asymmetric ptosis, complex Ophthalmoplegia without single cranial nerve involvement in the setting of true fatiguing weakness
  • Learn about a simple examination and test to perform and the blood tests to be done and when a CT chest is indicated
  • Referral and treatment goal
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    Host: Dr David Lim | Total time: 46 mins

    Guest: Dr Fiona Chan, Neurologist; Inner West Neurology and Concord Hospital, NSW


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