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High TSH levels
Hi all, Just wondering is there anybody on interferon that have had a raise in their TSH level (hypothyroidism) Thanks! Sheila
Hi all, Just wondering is there anybody on interferon that have had a raise in their TSH level (hypothyroidism) Thanks! Sheila
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MPN Voice
4 years ago
🇮🇹 Italy Using Prone Positioning With Regard Coronavirus
In today’s papers was article about Italy having coronavirus patients face down in bed’s Not really sure how that works SO did bit of reading ANYWAY seems like last ditch effort to open alveolar from total collapse. Think it’s called atlectasas BUT this complication is caused by sars-cov virus that
In today’s papers was article about Italy having coronavirus patients face down in bed’s Not really sure how that works SO did bit of reading ANYWAY seems like last ditch effort to open alveolar from total collapse. Think it’s called atlectasas BUT this complication is caused by sars-cov virus that
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Lung Conditions Community Forum
4 years ago
Hair loss ET treatment
hair loss. I am 72 and suffer from ET I took Hydroxycarbamide for six months, various problems plus hair loss. ( Hair loss normalised a few months after ceasing hydro.) Now prescribed interferon alfa, still hair loss if I was prescribed Anagnelide would it cause hair loss? Are there other drugs for
hair loss. I am 72 and suffer from ET I took Hydroxycarbamide for six months, various problems plus hair loss. ( Hair loss normalised a few months after ceasing hydro.) Now prescribed interferon alfa, still hair loss if I was prescribed Anagnelide would it cause hair loss? Are there other drugs for
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4 years ago
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Ropeginterferon superior to Interferon and HU in PV patients
TAKE-HOME MESSAGE In this phase III study and its associated extension study, 257 patients with polycythemia vera (PV) were randomized to receive a monopegylated interferon, ropeginterferon alfa-2b, or hydroxyurea. Throughout the extension study, use of ropeginterferon compared with hydroxyurea was
TAKE-HOME MESSAGE In this phase III study and its associated extension study, 257 patients with polycythemia vera (PV) were randomized to receive a monopegylated interferon, ropeginterferon alfa-2b, or hydroxyurea. Throughout the extension study, use of ropeginterferon compared with hydroxyurea was
JT_Marlin
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MPN Voice
4 years ago
Chances of getting ill with or without intervention
Morning Maz. Do you know whether there are any statistics showing risks of having a stroke or heart attack etc with and without treatment other than Aspirin? Also do you need to take Interferon etc for rest of life? Thank you
Morning Maz. Do you know whether there are any statistics showing risks of having a stroke or heart attack etc with and without treatment other than Aspirin? Also do you need to take Interferon etc for rest of life? Thank you
Cassie11
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MPN Voice
4 years ago
Nutraceuticals (NAC) have potential for boosting the type 1 interferon response to RNA viruses including influenza and coronavirus
In light of worldwide concern regarding the recent outbreak of a deadly novel strain of coronavirus in China, it is fortuitous that two recent discoveries point the way to effective nutraceutical measures for potentiating the type 1 interferon response to RNA viruses. It is clear that certain nutraceuticals
In light of worldwide concern regarding the recent outbreak of a deadly novel strain of coronavirus in China, it is fortuitous that two recent discoveries point the way to effective nutraceutical measures for potentiating the type 1 interferon response to RNA viruses. It is clear that certain nutraceuticals
2greys
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Lung Conditions Community Forum
4 years ago
Tinnitus??
Hello my MPN family, ET with JAK2+ on Pegulated Interferon Apha 2, 135mc every three weeks. I been having Tinnitus in my both ears and I would like to ask if anyone else have this experience and if anyone is using any medication or herbal remedies for this? Please advise.
Hello my MPN family, ET with JAK2+ on Pegulated Interferon Apha 2, 135mc every three weeks. I been having Tinnitus in my both ears and I would like to ask if anyone else have this experience and if anyone is using any medication or herbal remedies for this? Please advise.
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MPN Voice
4 years ago
Does interferon slow progression of et?
I have heard a few people say interferon slows down progression of et? Does anyone know is this true? My haemo is leaving me on no meds only aspirin which am happy about but if I have a chance to slow down progression I'd rather take it
I have heard a few people say interferon slows down progression of et? Does anyone know is this true? My haemo is leaving me on no meds only aspirin which am happy about but if I have a chance to slow down progression I'd rather take it
Irishgal12
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MPN Voice
5 years ago
PV and dreadful itching
Hi everyone, I am 4 weeks into having interferon injections, I had my last one last week, I had a blood test yesterday and see the haematologist tomorrow, and I imagine my dose of 90 will be increased as I am itching like crazy. Has anyone else experienced this while on interferon.....and what can I
Hi everyone, I am 4 weeks into having interferon injections, I had my last one last week, I had a blood test yesterday and see the haematologist tomorrow, and I imagine my dose of 90 will be increased as I am itching like crazy. Has anyone else experienced this while on interferon.....and what can I
Yvette49
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MPN Voice
5 years ago
Is anyone else like WTF?
I’m very recently diagnosed ET with JAK2 mutation having been tested since I had a TIA (side note, had an MI 4yrs ago which may or may not be related). On a twice daily baby aspirin and eliquis, and starting pegasys soon. How life altering was this for you - particularly mentally? I consider myself and
I’m very recently diagnosed ET with JAK2 mutation having been tested since I had a TIA (side note, had an MI 4yrs ago which may or may not be related). On a twice daily baby aspirin and eliquis, and starting pegasys soon. How life altering was this for you - particularly mentally? I consider myself and
JT_Marlin
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MPN Voice
5 years ago
Aspirin and peg interferon
Quick question Iam Et jac positive on peg interferon every other week 45dose. When I was diagnosed my hemo suggested aspirin every day before I even started peg interferon. Was just wondering if I still need aspirin alongside my injection
Quick question Iam Et jac positive on peg interferon every other week 45dose. When I was diagnosed my hemo suggested aspirin every day before I even started peg interferon. Was just wondering if I still need aspirin alongside my injection
Elab
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MPN Voice
5 years ago
Recommendation on Haematologist in London
Hi, I am travelling to London for some work and plan to see any good Haematologist for ET. I am male, 36 years of age and its been 2 years since diagnosed with ET. Would like to have any recommendations on good haematologist (private practices) for ET in London. I want 2nd opinion on starting Interferon
Hi, I am travelling to London for some work and plan to see any good Haematologist for ET. I am male, 36 years of age and its been 2 years since diagnosed with ET. Would like to have any recommendations on good haematologist (private practices) for ET in London. I want 2nd opinion on starting Interferon
MrThara
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MPN Voice
5 years ago
Lupus Flares May Be Linked to Damage to Mitochondria, Study Reports
JANUARY 17, 2020 BY JOANA CARVALHO Lupus Flares May Be Linked to Damage to Mitochondria, Study Reports Excessive production of type I interferon (IFN-I) — a molecule that mediates immune and inflammatory responses — in people with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) may be caused by small fragments of
JANUARY 17, 2020 BY JOANA CARVALHO Lupus Flares May Be Linked to Damage to Mitochondria, Study Reports Excessive production of type I interferon (IFN-I) — a molecule that mediates immune and inflammatory responses — in people with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) may be caused by small fragments of
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LUpus Patients Understanding and Support
5 years ago
New treatment options
https://www.targetedonc.com/news/expert-highlights-benefits-of-fedratinib-in-subgroup-of-patients-with-myelofibrosis Mesa: It’s an exciting time in MPNs without a doubt. I would break it down into 2 advances. The first is in patients with ET and PV. At this meeting, there continues to be further updates
https://www.targetedonc.com/news/expert-highlights-benefits-of-fedratinib-in-subgroup-of-patients-with-myelofibrosis Mesa: It’s an exciting time in MPNs without a doubt. I would break it down into 2 advances. The first is in patients with ET and PV. At this meeting, there continues to be further updates
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MPN Voice
5 years ago
Positive Results on Anifrolumab for Lupus Published in New England Journal of Medicine
December 18, 2019 The Lupus Research Alliance (LRA) welcomes additional positive results published today in the New England Journal of Medicine online edition from AstraZeneca’s Phase 3 TULIP-2 trial studying the investigational biologic anifrolumab as a treatment for systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE
December 18, 2019 The Lupus Research Alliance (LRA) welcomes additional positive results published today in the New England Journal of Medicine online edition from AstraZeneca’s Phase 3 TULIP-2 trial studying the investigational biologic anifrolumab as a treatment for systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE
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LUpus Patients Understanding and Support
5 years ago
LRA Celebrates Major Research Breakthroughs in 2019
January 7, 2020 2019 was a phenomenal, breakthrough year for lupus research on both the clinical development and basic science fronts. The Lupus Research Alliance (LRA) is incredibly proud that every new discovery leading to a brand new medicine for lupus had its origin in work funded by LRA years ago
January 7, 2020 2019 was a phenomenal, breakthrough year for lupus research on both the clinical development and basic science fronts. The Lupus Research Alliance (LRA) is incredibly proud that every new discovery leading to a brand new medicine for lupus had its origin in work funded by LRA years ago
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LUpus Patients Understanding and Support
5 years ago
LRA Celebrates Major Research Breakthroughs in 2019
January 7, 2020 2019 was a phenomenal, breakthrough year for lupus research on both the clinical development and basic science fronts. The Lupus Research Alliance (LRA) is incredibly proud that every new discovery leading to a brand new medicine for lupus had its origin in work funded by LRA years ago
January 7, 2020 2019 was a phenomenal, breakthrough year for lupus research on both the clinical development and basic science fronts. The Lupus Research Alliance (LRA) is incredibly proud that every new discovery leading to a brand new medicine for lupus had its origin in work funded by LRA years ago
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LUpus Patients Understanding and Support
5 years ago
Going on interferon pegasys
Hi everyone, and happy new year 💞 From next Wednesday I am having to go onto interferon pegasys injections....wish me luck. 😘😘
Hi everyone, and happy new year 💞 From next Wednesday I am having to go onto interferon pegasys injections....wish me luck. 😘😘
Yvette49
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MPN Voice
5 years ago
Hydroxycarbamide to interferon injection and side effects
I am 50yrs old diagnosed with ET Jak2 positive 2 yes ago. I was on 500 and 1000mg of hydroxycarbamide and platelets lowered from 950 to 550 however stopped working platelets started to rise and I had dreadful mouth ulcers and soreness. I've been on 90ml interferon weekly for 6 weeks now and had suffered
I am 50yrs old diagnosed with ET Jak2 positive 2 yes ago. I was on 500 and 1000mg of hydroxycarbamide and platelets lowered from 950 to 550 however stopped working platelets started to rise and I had dreadful mouth ulcers and soreness. I've been on 90ml interferon weekly for 6 weeks now and had suffered
Sam247
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MPN Voice
5 years ago
Taking Peginterferon
Today I will be taking my first Peg Interferon injection - starting on 45mcg once a week. What’s everyone’s routine for taking it?. Am planning at bed time with a couple of Paracetamol and hopefully sleep through the worst (for those that experience side effects - how quickly after taking do you experience
Today I will be taking my first Peg Interferon injection - starting on 45mcg once a week. What’s everyone’s routine for taking it?. Am planning at bed time with a couple of Paracetamol and hopefully sleep through the worst (for those that experience side effects - how quickly after taking do you experience
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5 years ago
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