Biologic immunosuppressants work better than standard meds: Study

Biologic immunosuppressants are more effective than conventional immunosuppressants for people with neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder (NMSOD) with self-reactive antibodies against the AQP4 protein. That’s according to real-world data from a Japanese study comparing biologic therapies — Soliris (eculizumab), Enspryng (satralizumab), Ultomiris (ravulizumab), Uplizna (inebilizumab), and…

The Misery of Shingles

I noticed recently that my left eye was irritated. It felt sunburned, which seemed odd given that it’s late autumn on the west coast of Canada, which means it’s chilly and wet. It was bothering me enough that I looked in the bathroom mirror to see what the…

After a Few Setbacks, My Port Has Made Infusions Much Easier

Just over a year ago, I started a new biologic. As part of my preparation to begin this treatment, I needed to have a power port placed in my chest because I would be having infusions every two…