What is Lambert-Eaton Myasthenic?
Lambert-Eaton myasthenic syndrome (LEMS) is an autoimmune disorder of the neuromuscular junction where nerve cells meet muscle cells and help activate the muscles. It is caused by a disruption of electrical impulses between these nerve and muscle cells.
What do patients take to treat Lambert-Eaton Myasthenic and its symptoms?
Commonly prescribed and frequently used treatments
| Treatment name | Efficacy | Overall rating of side effects | # of Evaluations |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Pyridostigmine
(Kalymin 60N, Mestinon)
|
0 | ||
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Prednisone
(Encorton, Deltasone, Pronizon)
|
0 | ||
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Azathioprine
(Imurek, Azasan, Azapress, Imurel)
|
0 | ||
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Intravenous Immuno Globulin IVIg
(Gammagard, Pentaglobin, Sandoglobuline, Carimune)
|
0 | ||
| 0 |
These charts show data from Lambert-Eaton Myasthenic patients' latest treatment evaluations
Who has Lambert-Eaton Myasthenic at PatientsLikeMe?
- 7 patients have this condition
- 0 New patients joined this month
- 3 say Lambert-Eaton Myasthenic is their primary condition
| <20 | 20-29 | 30-39 | 40-49 | 50-59 | 60-69 | 70+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Current Age | ||||||
| Gender | |
| 86% | Females |
|---|---|
| 14% | Males |
| Age at first symptom | # of patients | Proportion |
|---|---|---|
| 0-19 yrs | 0 | |
| 20-29 yrs | 0 | |
| 30-39 yrs | 0 | |
| 40-49 yrs | 1 | |
| 50-59 yrs | 1 | |
| 60-69 yrs | 1 | |
| 70+ yrs | 0 |
These charts show data from Lambert-Eaton Myasthenic patients who have completed their condition history