What is the best supplement to take for an IGA Deficiency (immune syst

@ggmelaine Welcome to Mayo Clinic Connect! I’m glad you found this site. The members will be happy to try and answer your question.
Maybe you could tell us a little more about your disease; how long have you had it? is it very stressful on your system? What is your treatment? Have you asked your doctor for suggestions about supplements? Lots of questions!
Im sure that other members will post soon with their suggestions!

Hello @ggmelaine
I think if you have found something that helps-that's priceless!
The best supplement to take is the one that works! And it sounds like Protandim is working!
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I would recommend finding somewhere else to save money so you can keep investing in your health!! Protandim is working!

My son has no detectible IgA and severe asthma. The best thing that we found is avoiding crowds as much as possible, taking echinacea, vitamin c, and a multivitamin. As you mentioned- also be sure to get your vaccinations. And finally, exercise regularly and eat your fruits and veggies.

You're going to get sick but as you get older things will improve. Unfortunately, exposure to colds will be the best way to build your immune system. My son was terribly sick for years but at the age of 21 he has now been exposed to most of the colds out there. It is now rare for him to be sick for more than a couple of days. It usually happens once every year or two.

Be sure to let your teachers know what's going on. My son's teachers were always good about extending deadlines during his illness, as long as he had a doctor's note. They're not as understanding in college. There's always one professor that gives him a hard time. There's always a disability office on campus. Bring a note to them from the doctor that outlines your diagnosis and how it affects you. It will provide you protection from that one grumpy professor if they give you a hard time.

Actually, I am a newly retired teacher. This is one reason I had to retire early. No disability, though. 🤷‍♀️ Let me tell you it was a struggle.
I'm sorry your son is dealing with this. Hopefully, they will come up with something better for those of us who suffer from this.

Oh goodness, I'm so sorry to hear that. Maybe we just got lucky with his improvement. This is good to know. He probably needs to look at a career where he has less exposure to people. We'd never considered it but as he's introverted it will probably suit him well in every way. Thanks so much for your repsponse and best wishes for improvement. It's horrible when we lose a good educator. We need as many as we can get!