SCIG vs. IVIG: Which Treatment Is Best for You?
Immunoglobulin (IG) replacement therapy has become the cornerstone of primary immunodeficiency (PI) disease treatment in patients who have defects in their body’s antibody production. Antibodies play a vital role in our immune system. They act as our defense system against
Home TPN Therapy Guide
People suffering from long-term illnesses that affect their digestive systems (causing them not to function properly) may require ongoing nutrition support through a route other than the oral one. When all the nutrients that a person needs is delivered intravenously
Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN) Complications
Total parenteral nutrition (TPN) is a feeding method that omits the gastrointestinal tract. Most of the body's nutritional requirements are met by a specific formula that is administered intravenously. This technique is utilized when a person cannot receive feedings or
Gamma Globulins: What You Should Know
The body defends itself against germs through barriers such as the skin, mucosa, and intestinal or pulmonary cilia (microscopic hairs). When germs manage to overcome these barriers, they can infect the body. To prevent this from happening, the body has
TPN Troubleshooting Guide
While on home TPN therapy, if you run into some minor complications, you shouldn't be too concerned as most of these complications can be resolved easily without the need to get help from someone else. This TPN troubleshooting guide lists
What To Expect When Starting Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN)
Total parenteral nutrition (TPN) is an alternative way to meet daily nutritional needs without involving the digestive system. Total parenteral nutrition supplies the circulatory system with liquid nutrition through a tunneled central line catheter that is placed below the collarbone in
Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis (HLH)
Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis (HLH) is a serious disease that can be life-threatening without an early diagnosis, immediate treatment, and intensive care. It is a rare immune disorder with uncontrolled hyperactivity of blood killer cells, especially T-cells (cytotoxic T-cells and natural killer
Takhzyro (Lanadelumab-flyo)
Hereditary angioedema is one of the rarest medical conditions in the world. According to research, one out of every 50,000 to 150,000 people all around the world have this rare condition. It affects both men and women equally, and its