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All Diseases > Ocular Myasthenia
Ocular Myasthenia (OMG)
Disease Category: Myasthenia Gravis
A neuromuscular disorder caused by an autoimmune response which blocks or damages acetylcholine receptors in muscles. Affected receptors cannot properly receive nerve signals, impacting voluntary muscle contractions. Muscle weakness and fatigue only impact the eyes, causing eyelid drooping (ptosis) and double vision (diplopia).
Research groups studying this disease
Recruiting
8201: Explore MG 2
Designed to better understand disease characteristics and identify treatment predictive and responsive biomarkers for myasthenia gravis. A total of 300-400 participants with confirmed diagnosis of myasthenia gravis are expected to be enrolled in the study.
Conquer Myasthenia Gravis
Assists individuals affected by myasthenia gravis with programs of support, education, advocacy, and research funding.
Myasthenia Gravis Foundation of America
Aims to find a cure for myasthenia gravis (MG) and closely related disorders, creating a world without MG.
European Association of MG Patient Associations
Fosters the exchange of information among MG associations in Europe and ensures that people with MG have a voice in determining their priorities.