Im 13 and thinking about Myasthenia gravis surgery?

[Rika]

Have anyone had the surgery? i havent yet talked to my doctor about it....but i did alot of research on the computer and if i do get the surgery 70 percent of mg would be cleared...Is it true?

[Theresa H]

You are so young to be making this type of decision on your own. It's not the best thing to ask others about such a serious decision, especially when they are not doctors, nor know about the specifics of your case. Talk with your parents and doctor together. Be sure things are explained completely so you understand the risks and benefits of all the different types of treatment. Follow their advice and remember...all surgery has inherent risks that must be considered very carefully. Good luck and to good health! The following link gives you more information that you may want to discuss with family and physician.

www.emedicine.com (http://www.emedicine.com/oph/topic263.htm)

[Clayto]

Wow at 35, just found out a month ago, and I'm having trouble with the whole surgery idea. I don't care what anyone else tells you this is YOUR call. It will effect your life not theirs. Discuss the pros and cons with your Doctor, though it seems from what I read so far for the most part it's all pros. I have read that it doesn't always help and less likely to help with Ocular MG. I'll probably do it because from what I've read so far it seems the most logical route. I wish you many long remissions or hopefully a remission that lasts forever.