What Is Ocular Myasthenia Gravis (OMG)?
Ocular myasthenia gravis (OMG) is a subtype of myasthenia gravis (MG) characterized by the weakening of specific muscles responsible for regulating the movement of your eyes and eyelids. Unlike myasthenia gravis, which broadly affects the skeletal muscles you can control,
A Guide to IVIG Treatment for Lupus
Lupus is a chronic autoimmune condition affecting millions of people worldwide. Without proper treatment, it can lead to debilitating complications and make life difficult. IVIG is one of the most promising treatments for lupus that has emerged in recent years.
IVIG Treatments for Neuropathy: What You Need To Know
IVIG, or intravenous immunoglobulin, is a parenteral drug treatment containing healthy antibodies obtained from donors. It possesses immunomodulatory and anti-inflammatory effects, which help treat neuropathy, a condition that causes nerve tingling, pain, and numbness. IVIG is used to treat several
IVIG for Infertility: Is This Treatment Right for You?
The use of IVIG for infertility and in vitro fertilization (IVF) failure is common in the U.S., unlike in other developed nations. So, what makes IVIG so attractive? This article explains when IVIG may be an option for infertility. You will
TPN and Lipids: Nourishing the Body Beyond Energy
Lipids are more than just the source of energy in TPN (Total Parenteral Nutrition). They also help regulate immunity, inflammation, and liver health. Most of us probably know lipids (or simply fats) as calorie-dense macronutrients responsible for providing energy to the
Kisqali: A First-Line Treatment Option for Breast Cancer
Kisqali is an oral medication used to treat certain types of advanced or metastatic breast cancer. Kisqali is considered the first-line treatment option. It is also effective in extending survival when combined with hormone therapy. Novartis, a Swiss multinational pharmaceutical
Guillain-Barre Syndrome Risk Factors
This article discusses the established as well as emerging Guillain-Barre syndrome risk factors. Guillain-Barre syndrome is a rare condition, affecting 3,000 to 6,000 Americans each year. (1) It causes your immune system to attack your peripheral nerves. Hence, it
Onivyde: Offering Hope in Metastatic Pancreatic Cancer Treatment
Metastatic pancreatic cancer is a devastating disease with a low survival rate. However, there's a promising chemotherapy drug for this condition — Onivyde (irinotecan liposome injection). It is used in combination with other chemotherapy medications to manage the targeted cancer.
A Complete Guide to TPN Therapy
Your body needs a certain balance of nutrients and fluids to function properly. Inadequate nutrition can impair your health, causing hormonal imbalances and a compromised immune system, among many other disorders.
IVIG Brands: In-Depth Guide
This page is an in-depth guide about all the IVIG brands and their major differences. IVIG is the acronym for Intravenous Immune globulin and is mainly given in autoimmune or immunological disorders (diseases in which your immune system attacks your