Growing older requires lifestyle changes of all kinds, depending on your health. Aging with hemophilia is no different. Historically, the life expectancy of a person affected by hemophilia has been low. With the availability of certain drugs and the increased number of care centers handling hemophilia, life expectancy for hemophiliacs has increased. As with other […]
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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 […]
Recommended Diet for Hemophiliacs
It is important for everyone to keep to a healthy diet to stay in peak physical condition. But for people living with hemophilia, there are certain foods that are recommended and certain foods that you may want to avoid including in your meals. An article from Organic Health and Beauty, lists the foods you should […]
Preventing Common Home Hemophilia Injuries
For those living with hemophilia taking necessary precautions throughout their day is a necessary part of their lives. But preventing common injuries doesn’t mean having to watch each step that you take. Certain steps can be taken to help prevent common injuries that occur while you are at home. An article that was posted on […]