What is anti myelin associated glycoprotein polyneuropathy?
Anti-myelin associated glycoprotein polyneuropathy is a type of autoimmune disorder where the body attacks specific proteins, myelin associated glycoprotein (anti-MAG). These anti-MAG antibodies disrupt the function of myelin and causes peripheral neuropathy.
How do members experience anti myelin associated glycoprotein polyneuropathy?
Top 5 symptoms reported by people with anti myelin associated glycoprotein polyneuropathy*
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Stress
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Anxious mood
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Nothing reported yet
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Depressed mood
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Nothing reported yet
*Reports may be affected by other conditions and/or medication side effects. We ask about general symptoms (anxious mood, depressed mood, fatigue, pain, and stress) regardless of condition.
Top treatments taken by people for anti myelin associated glycoprotein polyneuropathy*
Who has anti myelin associated glycoprotein polyneuropathy on PatientsLikeMe?
| Age | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| <20 | 0 | |
| 20s | 1 | |
| 30s | 1 | |
| 40s | 2 | |
| 50s | 4 | |
| 60s | 3 | |
| 70+ | 7 |
Distribution of sex
| Sex | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 7 | |
| Female | 12 |