Multiple sclerosis and myasthenia gravis following severe weight loss

Weight loss has substantial health benefits, but it is not risk-free. Various neurological disorders have been reported following bariatric surgery-induced weight loss. Here, we report 3 patients who developed multiple sclerosis (MS), one of whom also developed myasthenia gravis (MG), shortly after...

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Published in:Neurosciences (Riyadh, Saudi Arabia) Saudi Arabia), 2018-04, Vol.23 (2), p.158-161
Main Authors: Alanazy, Mohammed H, Alomar, Majed A, Aljafen, Bandar N, Muayqil, Taim A
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Case Report
Development and progression
Medical colleges
Multiple sclerosis
Myasthenia gravis
Obesity
Surgery
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Summary:Weight loss has substantial health benefits, but it is not risk-free. Various neurological disorders have been reported following bariatric surgery-induced weight loss. Here, we report 3 patients who developed multiple sclerosis (MS), one of whom also developed myasthenia gravis (MG), shortly after significant weight loss. Two patients lost weight by following a diet plan and one underwent bariatric surgery. There may be an association between significant weight loss and the development of an autoimmune neurological disorder such as MS or MG; a high index of suspicion is required.
ISSN:1319-6138
1319-6138
DOI:10.17712/nsj.2018.2.20170343