The passion with which ‘Superstar of the Century’ Amitabh Bachchan works even at this age is rarely seen in any common man or actor-actress. It is not that Amitabh’s life has been ordinary. From time to time, many diseases tried to reduce his passion and enthusiasm, but it is said that if you want something from the heart, the whole universe gets involved in getting it to you. Amitabh Bachchan hosts the superhit TV show ‘Kaun Banega Crorepati’, during which he shares many bitter-sweet memories related to his life with his fans.
In the 15th season of the show, he told that he once suffered from a disease called Myasthenia Gravis. After this disease, he decided to leave his acting career midway. But director Manmohan Desai offered him a wheelchair-bound role, which was nothing less than a light at the end of a dark tunnel.
You cannot drink water, button your coat and even close or open your eyes. The doctor advised medication and told me to rest. But I was very scared and worried. When I came home, I was wondering how I would ever be able to work in films. I could not even walk and I did not know if I would be able to talk properly. It was a difficult time.
What is myasthenia gravis disease?
Myasthenia gravis disease is a disease related to muscles. In this disease, the muscles of the patient’s body are badly affected. Due to this, blood circulation in the cells, tissues and muscles of the nervous system starts decreasing. According to experts, this happens due to a deficiency in a particular type of chemical in the body. Due to this, eyes, face, etc. get damaged. The muscles of the throat, hands and legs start weakening. And the person often feels tired.
Who are at the highest risk of this disease?
People who are weak from within and are under a lot of stress and do not follow a diet are at a higher risk of this disease. This disease can occur at any age. Anyone from an infant to an adult can suffer from it.
What should be done during the disease?
This disease causes weakness. Therefore, the most important thing is to rest as much as possible. In case of myasthenia gravis, the patient should stop physical activity.
Symptoms of myasthenia gravis
Actually, this disease is caused by an auto immune problem. It affects a healthy immune system.
Severe pain in the chest and muscles
Difficulty in eating and chewing anything
Difficulty in climbing stairs
Difficulty in talking
Difficulty in breathing
Always feeling tired
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