Search
for

    Did you mean Intravenous Immunoglobulin?
    GlossaryIntravenous Immunoglobulin

    infusion of antibodies to boost immune function

    Intravenous Immunoglobulin (IVIG) is a medical treatment that involves infusing a mixture of antibodies directly into a patient's vein. These antibodies are derived from the plasma of thousands of healthy donors and are used to help boost the immune system in individuals with immune deficiencies, autoimmune diseases, or certain infections.

    Related Terms

    Learn

    0 / 0 results
    — no results

    Research

    5 / 1000+ results
      The Efficacy of Spiritual Healing

      research The Efficacy of Spiritual Healing

      1 citations , June 2001 in “Annals of Internal Medicine”
      The document concludes that there is no credible evidence that distant healing works, and it should not be further studied in medical literature.
      Ethical Principles for Everyone

      research Ethical Principles for Everyone

      June 2001 in “Annals of Internal Medicine”
      The document concludes that more research is needed on the hepatitis B vaccine's side effects and the effectiveness of certain treatments for specific diseases.
      Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus: Overview and Treatment

      research Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus: Overview and Treatment

      January 2017 in “Springer eBooks”
      The document concludes that Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus has different forms, is influenced by genetic and environmental factors, and can be treated with various medications, but more targeted therapies are needed.
      Kawasaki Disease: An Update

      research Kawasaki Disease: An Update

      17 citations , January 2001 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology”
      Early treatment with immunoglobulin and aspirin reduces heart complications in children with Kawasaki disease.
      Tamoxifen-Induced Total Alopecia

      research Tamoxifen-Induced Total Alopecia

      19 citations , June 2001 in “Annals of Internal Medicine”
      Tamoxifen can cause total hair loss but its benefits outweigh this side effect.

    Community Join

    5 / 16 results

      community Potential Cure?! Verteporfin- unlimited HT

      in Research/Science  41 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses verteporfin as a potential treatment for hair regeneration, which could lead to unlimited hair transplants by healing the donor area. Some users are considering using verteporfin now, while others are hopeful it will be available for future hair transplants.

      community New and Interesting HairLoss Studies/Papers/Reviews

      in Treatment  42 upvotes 6 years ago
      Hair loss treatments discussed include Dutasteride with Ketoconazole, tissue engineering strategies, and androgenetic alopecia therapies. Massage doubles follicular retention, improving treatment effectiveness.

      community 1 year on finasteride (INSANE RESULTS)

      in Satire  5573 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation humorously discusses the use of finasteride for hair loss, with exaggerated claims of transformation and side effects. Users joke about combining treatments like minoxidil, microneedling, and RU58841, while questioning the effectiveness and authenticity of the results.