However, no one knows for certain how it works.
These conditions may include neonatal sepsis, pediatric HIV, and certain cases of advanced HIV.
IVIG is also used as a second-line treatment forrelapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis (RRMS).
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Most of the evidence has been based on its effects on other neurological diseases, such asGuillain-Barre syndromeandmyasthenia gravis.
Studies focused purely on IVIG and MS have been mixed at best.
Immunoglobulins can render a vaccine ineffective and void any protection the vaccine may afford.
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Cost
IVIG has become extremely expensive at an estimated $100 per gram.
If approved, insurance co-pays can be extremely high.
If you’re not absolutely clear about this, don’t hesitate to seek asecond opinionfrom a qualified specialist.
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