One of the most important aspects of hemophilia is, as with any ongoing medical condition, knowing your options when it comes to management and treatment. In past posts we have covered this topic in great depth. Here are a few more inspiring stories of how individuals with hemophilia have made the decision to self-infuse: Taking […]
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Easy Ways To Avoid Anemia
Anemia caused by “iron-poor blood” is still the most common cause of anemia, a condition in which a lack of red blood cells causes oxygen deficiency in muscles. Blood loss can lead to anemia, so if you have a bleeding disorder, it is important to know the preventative measures you can take to prevent anemia. […]
Calming your child’s anxiety over needles and infusions
Last December we blogged about the importance of preparing your child for IVIg. This post will outline specific ways to help ease them physically and emotionally before beginning the process of infusions. Fear of needles is typical with children – in fact, one in 10 children are so afraid of needles that it is debilitating. […]
History of IVIg
Intravenous immune globulins (IVIg) have become common in treating immunodeficiences, autoimmune disorders and rheumatologic conditions. Obviously research and testing occurred to produce these solutions that certain people are so thankful for, but what exactly led to the development of IVIg? Immunoglobulin G (IgG) was first identified in 1944, and through the late 1970s the product […]
Understanding the Side Effects of IVIg
It is no secret that Intravenous Immunoglobin (IVIg) is crucial in supplying antibodies to people with autoimmune disorders. The benefits of the treatment far outweigh any negative side effects, but it is still important to be aware of such effects and to be able to react accordingly. Possible side effects of IVIg include: • Headaches […]
IVIg can help ease chronic pain patients too
We already know that Intravenous Immunoglobin (IVIg) is used primarily to treat three types of ailments—immunodeficiences, autoimmune neuromuscular disorders, and certain rhematologic conditions. But a recent study, published in the Annals of Internal Medicine journal on February 1, reveals that IVIg might be useful to help treat a chronic pain condition as well. A team […]
Talking about PI and IVIg treatments, part II: In the classroom
Read Talking about PI and IVIg treatments, part I: At home We recently blogged about the importance of bringing the topic of PI and IVIg into the household, especially for children living with this condition. But often your child spends just as much time at school and on play dates with friends as they do at […]
Talking about PI and IVIg treatments, part I: At home
Read Talking about PI and IVIg treatments, part II: In the classroom For many patients on Intravenous Immunoglobin (IVIg), one big hurdle is helping others—particularly family, friends—understand why the treatment is necessary. Living with a Primary Immunodeficiency (PI) does not mean the patient must limit activity or cannot enjoy real quality of life. So if you […]
What To Expect During And After A Clotting Factor Infusion
It is important that people with hemophilia understand how to recognize the signs of internal bleeding. An infusion needs to occur once the bleeding begins to restore clotting factors, so the sooner the symptoms are noticed the faster the bleeding can be stopped. Before going in for an infusion, or administering one on your own, […]
Preparing Your Child For IVIg
It’s a scary thing for a child to begin a new treatment. If your child is about to begin Intravenous Immunoglobin (IVIg) therapy there are a few steps you can take to ease his or her anxiety. Before you can prepare your child it is important that first you understand the process. Visit MedPro Rx’s […]