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by CBRoberts
Thu Apr 07, 2005 11:23 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: USA treatments for Optic Neuitis
Replies: 3
Views: 2497

Like oneeyeblind, I too went totally blind in one eye back in September. I had 5 days of Solumedrol (methylprednisone) 1 gram per day IV infusion. That is a "truck load" of steriods! Seven months later my vision is 20/25 in the portion of the field that is clear. A portion of the visual fi...
by CBRoberts
Fri Jan 28, 2005 7:24 am
Forum: Avonex
Topic: Question for Avonex veterans...
Replies: 11
Views: 5811

I'm getting ready to start my third month on Avonex and nothing has been said about bloodwork yet. That's why I posted the question. For those of you who are tested...does your neuro order and evaluate the test or your PCP?
by CBRoberts
Thu Jan 27, 2005 12:33 pm
Forum: Avonex
Topic: Question for Avonex veterans...
Replies: 11
Views: 5811

Question for Avonex veterans...

What type of protocol does your neuro have you on for blood tests re: liver function, neutralizing antibodies, etc.?
by CBRoberts
Sun Jan 23, 2005 4:23 pm
Forum: Tysabri (Antegren, Natalizumab)
Topic: What exactly is an infusion?
Replies: 2
Views: 2941

An infusion is a introduction of a solution into a vein over a period of time. Tysabri is dripped into the vein over about an hour. Other solutions, like steriod or chemo drips, are called infusions, as well. Generally, the difference between an injection and an infusion is the location and time per...
by CBRoberts
Fri Jan 07, 2005 4:15 pm
Forum: Avonex
Topic: Who injects themselves?
Replies: 11
Views: 7691

I've "shot" myself every dose but the first. I had an RN friend do that one for me. I'm not a veteran yet though. My sixth dose is due on Sunday.

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