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Thymoma and myasthenia gravis (MG) are closely related. Here are some key points:

- Prevalence: Between 10% and 15% of those with MG have a thymoma. Conversely, 15% to 40% of people with a thymoma have MG
- Nature of Thymomas: Most thymomas are harmless but can become cancerous. They grow slowly and usually don’t spread Show Full Answer

Thymoma and myasthenia gravis (MG) are closely related. Here are some key points:

- Prevalence: Between 10% and 15% of those with MG have a thymoma. Conversely, 15% to 40% of people with a thymoma have MG.
- Nature of Thymomas: Most thymomas are harmless but can become cancerous. They grow slowly and usually don’t spread outside the thymus.
- Symptoms of Thymoma:
- Chest pressure or pain
- Trouble swallowing
- Persistent cough
- Weak, raspy voice
- Shortness of breath
- Thymectomy: Surgery to remove the thymus gland, which can improve muscle weakness, reduce medication needs, and help achieve remission in MG patients.
- Complications of Thymectomy:
- Myasthenic crisis
- Injury to the heart, nerves, or blood vessels
- Collapsed lung
- Pneumonia
- Lymphatic fluid or blood accumulation

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