Lambert-Eaton myasthenic syndrome
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What is Lambert-Eaton myasthenic syndrome?
Lambert-Eaton myasthenic syndrome (LEMS) is an autoimmune disorder of the neuromuscular junction where nerve cells meet muscle cells and help activate the muscles. It is caused by a disruption of electrical impulses between these nerve and muscle cells.
Common symptoms reported by people with Lambert-Eaton myasthenic syndrome
Treatments taken by people for Lambert-Eaton myasthenic syndrome
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Compare treatments taken by people with Lambert-Eaton myasthenic syndrome
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Who has Lambert-Eaton myasthenic syndrome on PatientsLikeMe?
- 0 new patients joined this month
- 36 say Lambert-Eaton myasthenic syndrome is their primary condition
| Age | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| <20 | 0 | |
| 20s | 2 | |
| 30s | 3 | |
| 40s | 4 | |
| 50s | 4 | |
| 60s | 5 | |
| 70+ | 4 |
| Age at first symptom | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| 0-19 years | 1 | |
| 20-29 years | 1 | |
| 30-39 years | 2 | |
| 40-49 years | 2 | |
| 50-59 years | 0 | |
| 60-69 years | 1 | |
| 70+ years | 0 |
Distribution of sex
| Sex | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 13 | |
| Female | 29 |
| Diagnosis status | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| Diagnosed | 12 | |
| Not Diagnosed | 2 |