Muscle Weakness

Muscle Weakness

        Drooping eyelids, weak arms and legs... These are the symptoms of muscle weakness, or Myasthenia Gravis (MG), a hidden danger caused by the abnormal functioning of the body's immune system. Muscle weakness is more commonly found in women than men, particularly among young adults. On average, it affects 3 people per 100,000 population, making muscle weakness a close and hidden danger. Even though the exterior appearance may still look lively and healthy, the condition of the muscles inside might be gradually weakening.

Myasthenia Gravis (MG) is one of the group of motor neuron diseases (MND). It involves the acetylcholine nerve, which is responsible for transmitting neural signals (receptors) that connect with various muscle bundles, allowing them to respond through movement, such as gripping and releasing the hand. In individuals with myasthenia gravis, there is a reduced number of neural receptors (Receptors) compared to the general population. This problem can also involve the thymus, which is related to the immune system in the body, leading to the destruction of the neural receptors themselves. This makes the muscles in that area unable to move normally, often affecting the muscle bundles that are used regularly, such as... (the text seems to cut off here, so please provide the continuation if you need it translated).

• Eye muscles
• Muscles around the mouth and neck
• Facial muscles
• Muscles in the upper arms and legs

Therefore, we often see individuals with myasthenia gravis experiencing symptoms such as drooping eyes, seeing double, gradually abnormal speaking, chewing, swallowing, and sudden weakness in walking or moving.

"Weak muscles" know quickly, treat it in time.

1. Symptoms of muscle weakness in the arms or legs or difficulty swallowing.

2. Hoarse voice accompanied by muscle twitching and muscle cramps.

3. Slurred speech, choking, and breathlessness due to weak respiratory muscles.

4. Weak coughing, unable to perform daily activities normally due to easy fatigue, especially when lying down.

5. Experience nocturnal awakenings, unable to care for oneself and requiring tube feeding through the nose or stomach, and the use of a ventilator.

Muscle weakness (dangerous) if left untreated can lead to complications!

The severity of the danger of muscle weakness is that the patient may still be able to carry out daily activities or live normally in the early part of the day. However, gradually, muscle weakness may occur. If the patient takes a rest or stops using the affected muscles for a while, it is possible to recover and restore normal muscle function. It is advisable, though, to prevent repeated occurrences of muscle weakness as the severity of the disease may lead to other complications.

For instance, some possible complications include:

• Respiratory failure due to abnormalities in the muscles used for breathing
• Thyroid toxicity resulting from abnormal functioning of the thyroid gland
• Risk of aspiration due to abnormalities in the muscles of the throat
• Risk of autoimmune diseases like Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE).

If you or your loved ones experience any symptoms of muscle weakness, it is recommended to take a break and rest for a while. If you feel better, it is advisable to seek medical diagnosis to initiate appropriate treatment and prevent potential complications that may arise.

References :

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j3iiPoiJBOY

https://siamrath.co.th/n/180731

https://absolute-health.org/th/blog/post/autoimmune-disease1.html