Myasthenia Gravis Support Group
Myasthenia gravis (MG) is a neuromuscular disease leading to fluctuating muscle weakness and fatiguability. The hallmark of myasthenia gravis is muscle weakness that increases during periods of activity and improves after periods of rest. Although myasthenia gravis may affect any voluntary muscle, muscles that control eye and eyelid movement, facial expression, and...
I just found out that I have high cholesterol. Are there anyone that has MG and on cholesterol meds?
I continue to take meds to reduce my cholesterol and triglycerides. Both my PCP and neuro like you to bring a current medication list with you during each visit, they like to keep abreast of what the other prescribes. They communicate back and fourth as well. They work very well together.
The only real problem I have from the "statin" is constipation. The MG has also slowed my system down abit so I make sure to eat lots of fruits and vegs and drink plenty of water. I also take Miralax as needed. Both docs agree with this approach for me. Your md/neuro may have something else in mind for you.
Some statins have been known to cause muscle weakness as a side effect, oral medication for type 2 diabetes can also have the same side effect!
Rachel