Tongue Thrusting: A Sign of Myasthenia Gravis
Abstract
Tongue thrusting is a sign of Myasthenia Gravis. MG has a variety of presentations, including bulbar symptoms. Tongue thrusting can be misdiagnosed as a brainstem stroke and anaphylaxis. Early identification
should prompt appropriate antibody testing and treatment
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