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What is the cardinal feature of Myasthenia Gravis?
What is the cardinal feature of Myasthenia Gravis?
- Chronic fatigue
- Sudden onset of symptoms
- Constant muscle weakness
- Fluctuating weakness of voluntary muscles (correct)
Which age group of women is more affected by Myasthenia Gravis?
Which age group of women is more affected by Myasthenia Gravis?
- 40-50 years old
- 20-30 years old (correct)
- 30-40 years old
- 50-60 years old
What is the annual incidence rate of Myasthenia Gravis?
What is the annual incidence rate of Myasthenia Gravis?
- 1 per 400,000
- 1 per 100,000
- 1 per 300,000 (correct)
- 1 per 200,000
What is the main reason for difficulty breathing in Myasthenia Gravis?
What is the main reason for difficulty breathing in Myasthenia Gravis?
Which muscles are typically first affected in Myasthenia Gravis?
Which muscles are typically first affected in Myasthenia Gravis?
What is the initial manifestation of Myasthenia Gravis in about half of the cases?
What is the initial manifestation of Myasthenia Gravis in about half of the cases?
Myasthenic Hand refers to weakness that spreads from which area?
Myasthenic Hand refers to weakness that spreads from which area?
Which clinical manifestation is characteristic of ocular myasthenia gravis during sustained upgaze?
Which clinical manifestation is characteristic of ocular myasthenia gravis during sustained upgaze?
What is a common sign of myasthenic ocular motor weakness during the fatigue test?
What is a common sign of myasthenic ocular motor weakness during the fatigue test?
Which muscle groups are less frequently involved in early stages of myasthenia gravis?
Which muscle groups are less frequently involved in early stages of myasthenia gravis?
What does the Lid-Twitch sign indicate in myasthenia gravis?
What does the Lid-Twitch sign indicate in myasthenia gravis?
How do sustained upgaze tests help diagnose myasthenia gravis?
How do sustained upgaze tests help diagnose myasthenia gravis?
Which action during a fatigue test would NOT suggest myasthenic ocular motor weakness?
Which action during a fatigue test would NOT suggest myasthenic ocular motor weakness?
What percentage of patients with myasthenia gravis experience involvement of facial expression muscles?
What percentage of patients with myasthenia gravis experience involvement of facial expression muscles?
Which muscles are more likely to be involved in early stages of myasthenia gravis?
Which muscles are more likely to be involved in early stages of myasthenia gravis?
What is a less common early sign of myasthenia gravis compared to involvement of facial expression muscles?
What is a less common early sign of myasthenia gravis compared to involvement of facial expression muscles?
What is the recommended management for Myasthenic Crisis?
What is the recommended management for Myasthenic Crisis?
What are the manifestations of Cholinergic Crisis?
What are the manifestations of Cholinergic Crisis?
In cases of Myasthenic Crisis, what should be done if unable to wean from mechanical ventilation after 2-3 weeks?
In cases of Myasthenic Crisis, what should be done if unable to wean from mechanical ventilation after 2-3 weeks?
What is a common precipitating factor for Myasthenic Crisis?
What is a common precipitating factor for Myasthenic Crisis?
What is the initial management for Myasthenic Crisis?
What is the initial management for Myasthenic Crisis?
Which crisis exhibits relatively rapid increase in muscular weakness coupled with muscarinic effects?
Which crisis exhibits relatively rapid increase in muscular weakness coupled with muscarinic effects?
What is the recommended treatment for Cholinergic Crisis?
What is the recommended treatment for Cholinergic Crisis?
What are the manifestations of Myasthenic Crisis?
What are the manifestations of Myasthenic Crisis?
What should be done in cases of poor response to anticholinesterase in Cholinergic Crisis?
What should be done in cases of poor response to anticholinesterase in Cholinergic Crisis?
What is the sensitivity range of generalized MG?
What is the sensitivity range of generalized MG?
Which test is the most sensitive for MG, with a sensitivity of over 95%?
Which test is the most sensitive for MG, with a sensitivity of over 95%?
What is the peak time for edrophonium (Tensilon) test?
What is the peak time for edrophonium (Tensilon) test?
Which antibody is directed against striated muscle in MG?
Which antibody is directed against striated muscle in MG?
What is the duration of clinical improvement after the edrophonium test?
What is the duration of clinical improvement after the edrophonium test?
Which pharmacologic treatment is used for MG that involves plasma exchange and IVIg?
Which pharmacologic treatment is used for MG that involves plasma exchange and IVIg?
What drug is considered a pharmacologic treatment for MG with dose-equivalents including 60 mg (oral), 15 mg (IM), and 0.5 mg (IV)?
What drug is considered a pharmacologic treatment for MG with dose-equivalents including 60 mg (oral), 15 mg (IM), and 0.5 mg (IV)?
Which of the following drugs interfere with calcium ion fluxes at nerve terminals?
Which of the following drugs interfere with calcium ion fluxes at nerve terminals?
Which medication is contraindicated in patients with Myasthenia Gravis?
Which medication is contraindicated in patients with Myasthenia Gravis?
What is the function of MuSK in the context of the text?
What is the function of MuSK in the context of the text?
Which antibiotic is listed as causing Myasthenic Syndrome in the text?
Which antibiotic is listed as causing Myasthenic Syndrome in the text?
Which category of medications should be used with caution in Myasthenia Gravis patients?
Which category of medications should be used with caution in Myasthenia Gravis patients?
What does AChE stand for according to the text?
What does AChE stand for according to the text?
Which antibiotic should be avoided in Myasthenia Gravis patients?
Which antibiotic should be avoided in Myasthenia Gravis patients?
What effect do Quinolones have on Myasthenia Gravis?
What effect do Quinolones have on Myasthenia Gravis?
Which medication can worsen Myasthenia Gravis symptoms?
Which medication can worsen Myasthenia Gravis symptoms?
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