What is Lambert-Eaton myasthenic syndrome?

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.

How do members experience Lambert-Eaton myasthenic syndrome?

Top 5 symptoms reported by people with Lambert-Eaton myasthenic syndrome*

*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 Lambert-Eaton myasthenic syndrome*

Who has Lambert-Eaton myasthenic syndrome on PatientsLikeMe?

Age

Age Proportion # of patients
<20 0
20s 3
30s 2
40s 9
50s 9
60s 11
70+ 10

Distribution of sex

Sex

Sex Proportion # of patients
Male 13
Female 33