Tips For Travel

Traveling when your myasthenia is active can be a challenge. Here are some suggestions:

• Wear a medical identification emblem.
• Keep this information in your wallet: a list of current medications, medical history, allergies, doctor contact information, and family contact information.
• Keep your medication with you, not packed in baggage that you check.
• Whenever possible, plan and book flights in advance. Talk to an airline representative in advance if you need help checking in, or if you need ground transport to get from one place to another in the airport.
• Call ahead to find out if hotels have handicap accessible bathrooms.
• Keep your luggage minimal, especially if you need help with it. Consider sending some things ahead to limit what you have to manage.
• Maintain your medication schedule.

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.