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Old 06-20-2010, 06:25 PM
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Originally Posted by jana View Post
Alison, it might be the meds that are causing the weakness, BUT, I think that the surgery itself that is far more likely the REASON for his problems. Surgery is interpreted by the body as an "assault" -- and causes an increase of antibodies -- and antibodies cause an increase in MG symptoms........it takes a little while for the antibodies to "ramp up" -- 24 to 48 hours sounds about right.

So sorry that your hubby has to endure this -- but, so NICE that he has a GREAT gift to play with!!!
Thanks Jana! That's what we were thinking too but I wanted to see if anyone had experienced similar issues. I'm glad he's feeling better & out of bed, but I may have to ground him and our daughter from the Wii! We are a VERY competitive family and there could be bloodshed!!
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