INFORMATION ON MYASTHENIA- CONGENITAL:-

Congenital myasthenia may be defined as an inherited disorder that results in weakness of muscle caused by a malfunction at the neuromuscular junction, the area where nerve cells communicate to muscle cells.

CAUSES OF MYASTHENIA – CONGENITAL:-

Congenital myasthenia can be consequence of defects in various genes that play a role in the transmission of nerve impulses.

SYMPTOMS OF MYASTHENIA – CONGENITAL:-

1. Poor sucking capability.
2. Weakness of arms and legs.
3. Problem in chewing and swallowing.
4. Drooping eyelids.
5. Abnormal appearance.
6. Breathing difficulty.
7. Delays in development

DIAGNOSIS OF MYASTHENIA – CONGENITAL:-

Clinically Congenital myasthenia can be diagnosed by:-

1. Blood tests
2. Genetic tests.
3. Electromyography.
4. Muscle biopsy

TREATMENT OF MYASTHENIA – CONGENITAL:-

Treatment for most types of congenital myasthenia involves the use of drugs that provide help to promote the transmission of nerve impulses. Drugs that do not result in the breakdown of acetylcholine can be used like, acetylcholine. Other drugs that show improvement in some cases include guanidine, ephedrine sulfate, and albuterol.