noun
- A chronic autoimmune disorder characterized by weakness and rapid fatigue of voluntary muscles, especially those controlling the eyes, face, and limbs.
Usage: Medical term; often used in the phrase 'myasthenia gravis' (the most common form); Symptoms typically worsen with activity and improve with rest
Examples
- The patient was diagnosed with myasthenia after experiencing progressive weakness in her eye muscles.
- Myasthenia can affect the ability to chew, swallow, and speak clearly.
- Treatment for myasthenia often includes immunosuppressive medications.
- He noticed that his myasthenia symptoms worsened as the day progressed.
- The neurologist explained that myasthenia results from a breakdown in communication between nerves and muscles.
- Physical therapy can help patients with myasthenia manage their symptoms.