Coping/Stress
Stress doesn’t cause MG, but continual or recurring stress can cause other health problems and has been shown to weaken the immune system. It is important to recognize the symptoms of stress and ways to manage it. Following are some simple suggestions:
- Meditation
- Recreational reading
- Listening to music
- Visualization/guided imagery
- Prayer
- Exercise (if possible)
- Reading for inspiration or spiritual growth
- Hobbies
The following link from MedicineNet.com provides an excellent overview of stress and stress management.
http://www.medicinenet.com/script/main/art.asp?articlekey=62968&pf=3&page=2
The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality, a division of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, publishes a guide called, Next Steps After Your Diagnosis. This document describes five steps to help you cope with your diagnosis, make decisions, and get on with your life, as well as provide resources for additional information.
http://www.ahrq.gov/consumer/diaginfo.htm
Unless otherwise stated, the information provided here is of a general nature, composed by non-medical personnel. It is meant to be accurate and helpful advice for MG patients. It is not intended to be medical opinion, nor is it a substitute for personal professional medical care.