Distinguishing Myasthenia Exacerbation from Severe Preeclampsia: A Diagnostic and Therapeutic Challenge.

Myasthenia gravis is an acquired, autoimmune neuromuscular disorder characterized by voluntary muscle weakness. Pregnant patients may have disease exacerbation, respiratory failure, crisis, adverse drug reaction, surprisingly enough remission at any trimester or postnatal period. Concurrence of myasthenia gravis with severe preeclampsia is a dreadful condition raising diagnostic and management issues.