New Drugs and Clinical Edits Overview in MO HealthNet Pharmacy Program
Explore the latest pharmaceutical additions and clinical edits in the MO HealthNet Pharmacy Program for various conditions like Fabry disease, cystic fibrosis, generalized myasthenia gravis, and more. Discover new medications such as Elfabrio, Kalydeco, Rystiggo, and Trikafta along with their indica
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Understanding Myasthenia Gravis: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment
Myasthenia gravis is a condition characterized by muscle weakness and rapid fatigue due to communication issues between nerves and muscles. While there is no cure, treatment options are available to manage symptoms such as weakness, double vision, and difficulties with speech and swallowing. Factors
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Pharmacotherapy Overview of Parkinson's Disease and Related Disorders
Overview of pharmacological treatment options for Parkinson's disease and related conditions like choreatic dyskinesias, spastic disorders, and myasthenia gravis. Describes the degenerative process of Parkinson's disease, its symptoms, and the pharmacological interventions targeting dopamine deficit
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Understanding Myasthenia Gravis: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Management
Myasthenia Gravis (MG) is a neuromuscular disorder characterized by muscle weakness and fatigability due to a decrease in acetylcholine receptors at neuromuscular junctions. It primarily affects individuals in two age peaks, with different symptoms and gender predominance. The cardinal feature is we
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Understanding Neuromuscular Junction Disorders with Dr. Hana Albulaihe
An in-depth exploration of neuromuscular junction (NMJ) anatomy, physiology, and associated disorders by Dr. Hana Albulaihe, a renowned Consultant Neurologist. The NMJ comprises the axon terminal of a motor neuron and the motor end plate of a muscle fiber. Disorders discussed include Myasthenia grav
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Specialised Commissioning for Congenital Myasthenic Syndromes - Overview by Professor Jacqueline Palace
Delve into the highly specialised commissioning of Congenital Myasthenic Syndromes by Professor Jacqueline Palace from the Nuffield Department of Clinical Neurology at John Radcliffe Hospital, Oxford. Explore key messages, learning objectives, and disclosures related to diagnosing, differentiating,
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Understanding Immunopathological Reactions and Autoimmune Diseases
Discover the classification of immunopathological reactions by Gell and Coombs, including Type I to IV reactions, with insights into allergic diseases, anaphylaxis, drug allergy, and autoimmune diseases like Graves' disease and Myasthenia gravis.
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