Myasthenia Gravis- a Disguised Cause of Recurrent Respiratory Failure: A Rare Case Treated Successfully at National Hospital Sri Lanka

Myasthenia gravis is an autoimmune disease, due to the presence of antibodies against the proteins in the post-synaptic muscle membrane, which leads to localized or generalized muscle weakness.

Presentation of myasthenia gravis could vary from patient to patient, while ocular muscle weakness is the most common form.

Here, a case of a young male who presented with recurrent respiratory failure is reported.

He had respiratory failure as the only clinical manifestation of myasthenia gravis. It describes respiratory weakness as a rare isolated initial presentation of this disorder. This case highlights the importance of prompt diagnosis of this condition, considering the variable presentations, to achieve a successful therapeutic outcome.