Which is the characteristic symptom of myasthenia gravis?

A) gradual paralysis
B) sudden, temporary muscle spasms
C) abnormal fatigue involving skeletal muscles
D) widespread stiffness and internal pain over certain muscles


C
Explanation: A) This does not describe myasthenia gravis.
B) This does not describe myasthenia gravis.
C) Correct!
D) This does not describe myasthenia gravis.

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