Having a conversation with your co-workers about your gMG can also be a significant step towards feeling more in control of your gMG.
It's important to make them aware that gMG may lead to unexpected sick days.1 Explain that the symptoms of gMG and medical appointments may occasionally affect your ability to be at work.
Express your desire for a supportive work environment and that you appreciate their understanding during times of unexpected absence. You can also stress the need for confidentiality regarding your medical condition.
Discussing your gMG with co-workers can help foster a more empathetic and accommodating work environment.
It's important to make them aware that gMG may lead to unexpected sick days.1 Explain that the symptoms of gMG and medical appointments may occasionally affect your ability to be at work.
Express your desire for a supportive work environment and that you appreciate their understanding during times of unexpected absence. You can also stress the need for confidentiality regarding your medical condition.
Discussing your gMG with co-workers can help foster a more empathetic and accommodating work environment.
gMG can result in a medical emergency. Your co-worker should be aware of what to do if you experience a myasthenic crisis, see In an emergency for more information.
- MeriggioliMN, Sanders DB. Autoimmune myasthenia gravis: emerging clinical and biological heterogeneity. Lancet Neurol; 2009;8(5):475-490.
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