Table 4 Scores of each item of the fear of progression scale in patients with myasthenia gravis.

1

I became anxious at the thought of the disease progressing.

2

I feel nervous before a doctor’s exam and some regular medical check-ups.

3

I’m afraid of the pain caused by this disease.

4

The thought of being less productive because of illness annoys me.

5

I have some physical discomfort when I am anxious (e.g., rapid heartbeat, stomach pain, nervousness, etc.).

6

I’m worried that my disease might be passed on to my children.

7

The possibility of having to rely on strangers in my daily life makes me anxious.

8

I worry that I will not be able to continue my hobbies/hobbies at some point due to illness.

9

I fear that there will be some major treatment in the course of the disease.

10

I’m afraid the drugs will damage my body.

11

I worry about what will happen to my family if something happens to me.

12

The idea that I might not be able to work because of illness bothers me.