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.
How do members experience Lambert-Eaton myasthenic syndrome?
Top 5 symptoms reported by people with Lambert-Eaton myasthenic syndrome*
*Reports may be affected by other conditions and/or medication side effects. We ask about general symptoms (anxious mood, depressed mood, fatigue, pain, and stress) regardless of condition.
Top treatments taken by people for Lambert-Eaton myasthenic syndrome*
Who has Lambert-Eaton myasthenic syndrome on PatientsLikeMe?
Age | Proportion | # of patients |
---|---|---|
<20 | 0 | |
20s | 3 | |
30s | 2 | |
40s | 9 | |
50s | 8 | |
60s | 8 | |
70+ | 16 |
Distribution of sex
Sex | Proportion | # of patients |
---|---|---|
Male | 14 | |
Female | 34 |