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Old 05-31-2009, 11:01 PM
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Hi Erin,

When you have plasma exchanges, you've had to stay in the hospital for a week? That's so odd! Also, why do they always place the line in your neck? They put mine in my hands/arms...Also, I get to go home as soon as the procedure is done...

I'm sorta excited about having the IViG done, just because I have a feeling that it's going to work well...I'm just a bit scared of the side effects.....I'm going to drink tons of water in prep...

Are there any other things I should do in prep. for IViG?

Thanks, guys!












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Originally Posted by erinhermes View Post
Hello again! I've had them BOTH but I seem to respond better to the IV IG, plus I have to admit that I really hate the feeling of having them place the line in my neck.........yuck! I have a high platelet count (common with people who suffer from MG) so they really have to DIG hard to break through the old scar tissue - in fact, the last time I had it done I cussed out the dr while he was placing the line - it hurt like heck! Then the genius nicked a nerve for the 2nd time - AUGH!

Plus, when I have IV IG I can go HOME @ night. The plasma exchange means I'm chained to the hosp for an entire week. I really like to get home to my fellas.

Have you had IV IG b/4? The plasma exchange? Which do you prefer? Does the plasma exchange make you feel stronger?

Can't wait to hear from you!
Erin
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