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Immunoglobulin infusion--when it's given.
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I have MS and have acquired steroid Induced Osteoporsis. My Neurologist said that having this is a contraindication for using steroids anymore and has told me that IVIG q 3 months ongoing as a treatment to decrease flare ups. Is this a common replacement for steroids?
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No. I get IVIG for Small Fiber Neuropathy, Sojgrens Syndrome. It for autoimmune
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@ddowacter Welcome to Mayo Clinic Connect! I, too, got osteoporosis from steroid use. It took quite a few tries before I was able to come off the prednisone. I took my calcium pills religiously and went walking everyday. The endocrinologist was very pleased
I think that you might get this question answered better in the osteoporosis support group. I’ll give you the link which will take you there and you can see what all is being discussed there!
https://connect.mayoclinic.org/group/osteoporosis/. You are certainly welcome to stay with this group and ask/learn about your MS!