Wednesday 13 January 2016

Myasthenià gravis | PGIMER Frequently Asked Medical PG topics


In Myasthenià gravis, muscle least likely to be involved: 

a. Proximal limb muscles 
b .Dilator pupillae 
c. Extraocular muscle 
d.Facial muscle 
e. Palate


Ans. (B) Dilator pupillae

• In myasthenia gravis weakness typically begins with extra-oculars muscles, patient presented  initially with ptosis
and diplopia.
• Papillary response is normal.
• Proximal muscle mainly involves.
• Facial weakness produces a “snarling” expression when patient attempt to smile.
• Palatal weakness produced nasal regurgitation and nasal intonation.

• Involvement of papillary muscle not mentioned.