Myositis Treatments

Treatment options and information with those who have Polymyositis, Dermatomyositis, Inclusion Body Myositis, Juvenile Dermatomyositis and other forms of myositis.
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Taking Plaquenil for Rheumatoid Arthritis
Things to Know About Plaquenil (Hydroxychloroquine)
IVIG Side Effects - HRF
Understanding Immunoglobulin IG #IVIG used to treat #myositis #polymyositis #dermatomyositis
Taking Plaquenil for Rheumatoid Arthritis
Plaquenil - 10 Things You Should Know (About.com: June 10, 2014) #lupus I loved plaquenil, no side-effects at all. I took it for 5 years, then it didn't work anymore -;(
Patient 360 | IgNS 2022
We will be at the Immunoglobulin National Society 5th Annual Patient 360 Conference, a virtual conference, August 28-29, and you are invited to join free of charge! This year the jam-packed agenda focuses on a deeper understanding of Ig therapy, empowerment, decision-making, improving mental health, nutrition, and communication. Don't miss it! Register now at https://ignsconference.com/ignsp360/
Covid 19 and Immunosuppressive drugs
#Myositis101 for patients video, second in series on #COVID-19, where Dr. Rohit Aggarwal, Co-Director of Myositis Center of University of Pittsburgh, Chair of Medical Advisory Board of The Myositis Association (TMA) and author of book "Managing Myositis: A Practical Guide” talks about “COVID-19 and Immunosuppressive Drugs” and answers questions he has received from patients.
Introduction to the PRESIDIO Clinical Trial of KZR-616 for the Treatment of Polymyositis and Dermatomyositis - Myositis Support and Understanding
"An Introduction to the PRESIDIO Clinical Trial of KZR-616 for the Treatment of Polymyositis and Dermatomyositis" Dr. Mary Katherine (MK) Farmer, MD, Rheumatologist and Senior Medical Director at Kezar Life Sciences, joined us on Rare Disease Day and introduced Kezar, KZR-616, and the PRESIDIO Clinical Study. PRESIDIO is a phase 2 study of KZR-616 in Polymyositis and Dermatomyositis, and is currently enrolling in trial sites across the U.S. #polymyositis #dermatomyositis #clinicaltrial
IG Shortage Video - Myositis Support and Understanding
Watch the IG Shortage Video There is a shortage of Immune Globulin (IG). Patrick Schmidt & Michelle Vogel joined us for a recorded webinar to explain the complex IG shortage. If you are a patient affected by the shortage, the video also provides the information you need to self-advocate and get your #Igtherapy. 👉Watch and download the slide pack at http://bit.ly/ig-shortage-video #myositis #ivig #scig #MyastheniaGravis #igshortage
Steroid-Induced Type 2 Diabetes: Being Aware of Symptoms Is Key
Steroid-Induced Type 2 Diabetes #steroids #myositis
Reverse osteoporosis and prevent bone loss with effective medication
Prednisone and other steroids are used to treat many conditions, but they may also cause serious side effects such as steroid-induced #osteoporosis.#myosits #steroids
Headache After Treatment with Intravenous Immunoglobulin (IVIG)
How to prevent IVIG-related headache? Post-infusion headaches may be prevented by the following treatments for as long as 72 hours after ...