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Myasthenia Gravis: An Ayurvedic Review

Published:18 Feb 2026
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Priyanka Rani1*, Shruti Vaishnava2, Poonam Rani3

1 Assistant Professor, P.G. Department of Shalakya Tantra, Rishikul Campus, Haridwar, Uttarakhand Ayurved University, Uttarakhand, India

2 P.G. Scholar, P.G. Department of Shalakya Tantra, Rishikul Campus, Haridwar, Uttarakhand Ayurved University, Uttarakhand, India

3 PG scholar second year, PG Department of Shalakya Tantra, Rishikul campus, Uttarakhand Ayurved University, Haridwar

Corresponding Author:Priyanka Rani

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Myasthenia gravis (MG) is an autoimmune disorder of neuromuscular junctions. It is characterized by fluctuating weakness as well as fatigability of voluntary muscles. The disease results from immune-mediated impairment of neuromuscular transmission, most commonly due to antibodies directed against components of the postsynaptic membrane. This review article presents an overview of the epidemiology, pathophysiology, clinical features, diagnosis, and management of Myasthenia Gravis, with a balanced integration of contemporary understanding and Ayurvedic concepts. An effort has been made to summarize Ayurvedic concepts and management in case of Myasthenia Gravis with a thought that an integrative understanding that combines modern medical science with traditional Ayurvedic principles may offer a holistic perspective for patient care.

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Myasthenia GravisAutoimmune disorderNeuromuscular junctionAyurvedic managementIntegrative medicineHolistic approach

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How to Cite

Rani, P., Vaishnava, S., & Rani, P. (2026). Myasthenia Gravis: An Ayurvedic Review. International Journal of Ayurvedic and Herbal Medicine, 16(1). https://doi.org/10.47191/ijahm/v16i1.24

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