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Can Someone Tell Me More About IVIG Treatments? I Get Really Tired Afterwards And A Major Headache.

A MyMyelomaTeam Member asked a question 💭
Lawton, MI
June 3, 2024
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A MyMyelomaTeam Member

My nurse told me it needs to run 'slow'

June 7, 2024
A MyMyelomaTeam Member

Yoh can ask your nurse to slow down the infusion rate. If it is going in too fast it can cause headaches and make you feel awful. I would rather be spending extra time in a lounge chair then moving through the day feeling poorly.

June 6, 2024
A MyMyelomaTeam Member

I haven't had IVIG yet. I do have severely low immunoglobins. I know you can have a reaction to the infusion. They usually recommend IVIG for myeloma patients that keep getting upper respiratory infections and have low immunoglobins.

June 3, 2024 (edited)
MyMyelomaTeam

Intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIG) treatments for myeloma involve the following:

- Administration: IVIG is given via intravenous infusion in a medical setting, typically once a month while antibody levels are low
- Purpose: The goal is to protect people with weakened immune systems from infections.
- Side Effects: Common Show Full Answer

Intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIG) treatments for myeloma involve the following:

- Administration: IVIG is given via intravenous infusion in a medical setting, typically once a month while antibody levels are low.
- Purpose: The goal is to protect people with weakened immune systems from infections.
- Side Effects: Common side effects during or immediately after IVIG include headache, fatigue, fever, chills, muscle or joint aches, nausea, vomiting, or allergic reactions. Later effects can include kidney problems, blood clots, and rashes.

If you experience severe or persistent side effects, it's important to discuss them with your healthcare provider.

June 3, 2024

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