8. Myasthenia gravis is a serious autoimmune disorder in which the body produces antibodies to its own nicotinic receptors. What do you propose would be the effect of this disease on skeletal muscle activity? One treatment for this disease involves inhibitors of cholinesterase (the enzyme that breaks down Ach in the synapse). Why would this help alleviate symptoms of myasthenia gravis? Explain your answers
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