Ultomiris: A Treatment for Generalized Myasthenia Gravis
If you are diagnosed with generalized myasthenia gravis (gMG), your healthcare provider might prescribe Ultomiris. Ultomiris is an FDA-approved medication indicated for the treatment of generalized myasthenia gravis (gMG) in adult patients who are anti-acetylcholine receptor (Anti-AChR) antibody positive. Positive test
Understanding TPN Electrolytes: Maintaining Vital Balance in Total Parenteral Nutrition
TPN electrolytes are a sterile, concentrated solution of essential minerals, including sodium chloride, potassium chloride, magnesium chloride, calcium chloride, and sodium acetate. This solution is intended to be used as a supplement in the solution known as TPN (total parenteral
Considering IVIG for Polymyositis? Here’s What You Need to Know
A growing number of medical literature suggests the use of IVIG for polymyositis. IVIG may be particularly beneficial in chronic, treatment-resistant cases. Corticosteroids and immunosuppressants are the first-line treatment for polymyositis (PM). However, they may cause severe side effects. Moreover, many
Can CIDP Be Reversed? A Closer Look at the Evidence
Though CIDP is treatable and some symptoms can be reversed, complete recovery is rare. CIDP (chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy) is a rare autoimmune disorder. In people with CIDP, the immune system damages the peripheral nerves (nerves outside the brain and spinal
Autoimmune Uveitis: Understanding the Eye Disorder That Threatens Vision
Autoimmune uveitis is an inflammatory eye disease that occurs as a result of an immune system malfunction. This autoimmune condition causes inflammation within the eye, specifically in the uvea or uveal tract, which is the middle layer of your eyes
Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia: Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options
Autoimmune hemolytic anemia is a rare medical condition where the body’s own immune system attacks its red blood cells by mistake and destroys them. Red blood cells carry oxygen in your body. As a result, their shortage makes one feel
How To Test for Guillain-Barre Syndrome
Routine tests for Guillain-Barre syndrome are cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) analysis, electromyography, and nerve conduction studies. Additional tests include an MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) or a CT (computed tomography) scan. Diagnosing Guillain-Barre syndrome (GBS) can be challenging, especially during the earlier stages.
AIDP vs. CIDP: Unraveling the Similarities and Differences
Acute Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy (AIDP) and Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy (CIDP) are both neurological disorders in which the body’s immune system attacks its own nerves and can lead to paralysis. While both disorders have similar symptoms, they differ in duration
Surgery for Myasthenia Gravis: Understanding the Benefits and Potential Risks
Surgery for myasthenia gravis—thymectomy—may be an option if your symptoms are caused by an enlarged thymus. It is the standard treatment if you have a thymus tumor (thymoma). The thymus gland produces infection-fighting white blood cells called T cells, and the
Living With TPN at Home
Receiving total parenteral nutrition (TPN) at home can be both a challenging and transformative experience for some patients who require this form of nutritional support. TPN can be used in chronic diseases such as ulcerative colitis, Crohn's disease, short bowel