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Has Anyone Had An Allergic Reaction With Immunoglobulins? What Laboratory Are You Using?
My mother has light chain multiple myeloma, and she is on dialysis 3 days a week. We used to give immunoglobulins once at a time, but the last few times it has caused an allergic reaction, a kind of bruises on his legs a few days after giving them. Then they disappear over time, has anyone had this happen? Thank you so much.
Thank you very much Donna for your promt answer and we will follow your advice. We will let you know about it :) She has to take immunoglobulins next month.
Ig Infusion Help With Neuropathy?
I've started getting a monthly infusion of Ig immunoglobulin. I've heard this might also help relieve neuropathy symptoms. Anyone have any experience with this?
I guess then the answer is that the IVIg does not help with neuropathy. Thanks.
IgIV - Results And Complications?
For those getting IgIVs…
What are your typical IgG levels before and after?
How long before you need another and what’s your IgG when it’s time for another?
Has anyone found ways to boost their IgG levels without an IgIV infusion?
Any comments about the effectiveness of the IgIV?
Any complications from getting the IgIV?
Thanks
Intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIG) for myeloma has the following results and complications:
Results
- Study Findings: A 2015 study reviewed infections in 162 people who underwent autologous stem… read more
Has Anyone Sought IVIG Outside Of The US When Insurance Denied Treatment? Or, Has Anyone Found IVIG For Less Than $5.5K?
I am seeking affordable IVIG. Dr has prescribed but insurance has denied preauthorization and appeal.
I found an article in HEALTHTREE.ORG that speaks to IVIG preventing myeloma cell growth and actually killing myeloma cells. As I am still smoldering, this line of treatment speaks to me. https://healt… read more
Has Anyone Here Had The IVIG Immunotherapy? Side Effects? How Often?
Intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIG) is administered via intravenous infusion in a medical setting, commonly given once a month while antibody levels are low. Side effects during or immediately after… read more
Immunoglobulin Test; What Number Shows Low Enough Immunity That I Would Get Ill Often ?
I keep claiming that when I go to town/around people, I feel ill by the next day or third day. My oncologist and GP kind of pass it off. Yesterday I was told I have a mental problem; imagining it.
What kind of numbers would make such frequent.....issues;or rather psychological issues?
I'm researching and not finding much except "frequent infections"
Also.....tis the season for viruses, it seems.
Immunoglobulin G
My Immunoglobulin G has been below 400 for the 3 years I've been on treatment. I have not had many infections. I've read that some think that if the Immunoglobulin G is below 400 you should get an IVIG infusion. My thoughts are if I'm not getting infections why would I submit to another level of treatment. Any thoughts?
There are side effects to IVIG. If you are not getting sick, it’s better to be cautious. I have only gotten sick 3 times since 2020. Only by the grace of God.💕🙏🏻
What Kind Of Medicine Is Given To Improve Immunity In Patients With Multiple Myeloma?
I Have Been Put On IVIG As Of February 2024 Because I Kept Getting Strep. Does IVIG Make M-spike Go Down And IGG And Kappa Go Down?
I have been in treatment since May 2022 and no remission but numbers are low. I haven’t been able to log in because I had lost password and this group.
It went down actually. My subclasses, which were none existent have come up.
I Am In Remission. My Antibody/immune Numbers Are Good. I Still Get Respiratory Infections 10-12 A Year.
I am down three weeks every bout. I have been exhausted and sick since my Stem Cell Transplant in 2020. Is this common? Is immunoglobulins help?
I'm sorry to hear about the frequent respiratory infections. Here are some tips to help lower your risk of infections, especially given your history with myeloma:
- Practice Good Hygiene
- Wash… read more
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