Multifocal Motor Neuropathy (MMN) Tools & Resources
If you or someone you love has MMN, knowing how to advocate is key. It's important to build a support network and learn all you can about MMN.
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MMN tools to download
Takeda is committed to supporting you at every stage of your MMN journey. Here are some downloadable tools to help you advocate for yourself or your loved one with
MMN
Multifocal Motor Neuropathy (MMN)
(how to say it: muhl-tee-FOE-kuhl MOE-tur nur-AH-puh-thee)
Definition:
A rare medical disorder in which nerves that control muscles are attacked by the body's immune system.
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Doctor Visit Checklist
Fill out our discussion tool to help prepare ahead of time what topics to bring up during your next doctor's appointment.
Symptom Tracker
Use this to keep track of your MMN symptoms. Make sure to bring a copy to doctor appointments to help assess your management plan.
Loss of grip strength from MMN makes it hard to hold onto things in the affected hand.
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MMN Resources
There are many helpful websites you can turn to for more information to learn about MMN.
The GBS/CIDP Foundation International is a nonprofit organization that supports and advocates for people with
Guillain-Barré syndrome
Guillain-Barré syndrome
(how to say it: gee-AHN-buh-RAY SIN-drohm)
Definition:
A rare disorder that causes your immune system to attack your peripheral nervous system.
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(GBS),
Chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy
Chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy (CIDP)
(how to say it: krah-nuhk in-flah-muh-tur-ee dee-MY-uh-luh-nay-ting pah-lee-nur-AH-puh-thee)
Definition:
A disorder of the nerves that causes weakness and loss of function in the legs and arms. Its symptoms get worse over time.
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(CIDP), and MMN.
The Foundation for Peripheral Neuropathy is a public charity foundation aiming to improve the lives of people living with
neuropathy
Neuropathy
(how to say it: nur-AH-puh-thee)
Definition:
Damage, disease, or dysfunction of one or more nerves.
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through education, awareness, and research. This website includes information on finding a support group (in-person and online group options included).
The NAF is a nonprofit patient advocacy organization for people with neuropathy. They have an MMN Resource Center on their website that includes information about MMN, as well as stories from people living with MMN.
The American Association of Neuromuscular & Electrodiagnostic Medicine is a nonprofit association dedicated to improving the quality of medical care provided to patients with muscle and nerve disorders. This website has a variety of useful information and resources, including tools to help find a specialist.
KNOW
MMN AND YOU
MMN doesn't define who you are as a person. There are ways to take charge of your future, including things you can do on a daily basis.
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