Emily Malcolm, PhD,  —

Patients with Lambert-Eaton myasthenic syndrome (LEMS) can feel a loss of control over their lives after being diagnosed with a chronic disease. Dealing with new physical challenges, chronic pain, and fatigue make patients more likely to experience stress, anxiety, and depression. Because treatment is usually focused…

Lambert-Eaton myasthenic syndrome (LEMS) is a rare autoimmune disease characterized by chronic fatigue and muscle weakness, among other symptoms. Fatigue and stress caused by a chronic disease can lead to depression. If you or a loved one have symptoms of depression, please discuss its diagnosis…

Managing treatment for a rare disease such as Lambert-Eaton myasthenic syndrome (LEMS) can be challenging. Here are some tips to help make every doctor’s visit count: What has changed since the last appointment? Do you have any new symptoms? Have you changed any medications (even over-the-counter ones) since…

Managing a rare disease like Lambert-Eaton myasthenic syndrome (LEMS) can be challenging. One thing that can help patients keep track of everything is a treatment plan developed with the help of their physician. Here are some tips to get your treatment plan started: Information about your disease Include…

Lambert-Eaton myasthenic syndrome (LEMS) is a rare autoimmune disease that affects the muscles, causing weakness. Many patients also experience chronic fatigue as a result of this disease. Symptoms often develop gradually, which makes it easy to overlook subtle ones such as fatigue. Here are six signs of chronic…

Finding out that you have a rare disease can be frightening and confusing. Here are four tips to help you through a diagnosis of Lambert-Eaton myasthenic syndrome (LEMS). Don’t panic Make sure that you understand your diagnosis and, if necessary, get a second opinion to confirm it. Cancer screening…

Lambert-Eaton myasthenic syndrome (LEMS) is an autoimmune disease characterized by muscle weakness. Many patients also experience fatigue that can make work, school, and daily tasks more challenging. Here are some tips to help manage fatigue. Get seven to nine hours of sleep a night It can be hard…

A diagnosis of Lambert-Eaton myasthenic syndrome (LEMS) often leaves patients and their families with a plethora of questions. Reliable information can be scarce for rare diseases, whether it’s a matter of where to go for news, treatment options and concerns, or how to come in contact with other patients. Below are…