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I am taking Tysabri for multiple sclerosis. Is it safe?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 47-year-old male, I have been suffering from multiple sclerosis for several years. My physician recently suggested Tysabri to manage my condition. I wanted to know if this drug is effective in managing sclerosis. Are there any long-term side effects? or is there any other better... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for your query. I read your query and understood your concern. Actually, Tysabri is a new drug on the market and it works the same as other monoclonal antibodies like Natalizumab. Monoclonal antibodies help our system to boost and that is how we can ... Read Full »
What is the role of monoclonal antibodies in COVID-19?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 30-year-old woman, and interested in understanding more about monoclonal antibodies in the context of COVID-19. Can you provide information on how monoclonal antibodies work, their effectiveness in treating or preventing COVID-19, and any considerations or precautions associated... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to Icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Our body has an immune system that particularly produces antibodies. The antibodies fight against infections like viral infections or any other serious infections. The monoclonal antibodies work in the same pattern. It is like we are giving e... Read Full »
My sister takes Mavenclad for multiple sclerosis. Will it help?
Query: Hello doctor, My sister has been diagnosed with relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis (MS), and her neurologist mentioned Mavenclad as a potential treatment option. Could you elaborate on how Mavenclad differs from other MS medications, the typical duration of treatment, and whether there are spec... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read the query, and I can understand your concern. Mavenclad (Cladribine) is a new drug that works like other monoclonal antibodies. However, due to its newness, it is not advised for usage in pregnant women. It only slows the disease's progression rather than c... Read Full »
I am seeking advice on using Eculizumab for NMOSD. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor,I have been recently diagnosed with neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder (NMOSD), and my doctor has recommended Soliris as part of the treatment plan. Can you provide detailed information on how Soliris manages NMOSD symptoms, its potential benefits, and any known side effects? Additi... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read the query, and I can understand your concern. As a newly diagnosed patient, you will have questions and concerns about your condition. Here are some answers to your questions. Soliris (Eculizumab) is a monoclonal antibody medication managing neuromyelitis o... Read Full »
How to treat multiple myeloma at home?
Query: Hello doctor, My father is 54 years old. His weight is 136 lbs, and his height is 5.5 feet. He was hospitalized last year because of lower back pain after sneezing. He was diagnosed to have lumbar strain versus HNP. He was again hospitalized three months back and was diagnosed with compression fract... Read Full »
Dr. Goswami Parth Rajendragiri
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. In the attached report (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity), there is a spike in the gamma region. Monoclonal immunoglobulin has increased. So it seems to be multiple myeloma. His creatinine and calcium are also increased. So treatment needs to be... Read Full »
A 21 year old male fainted suddenly after a party. Please guide us.
Query: Hello doctor,This query is regarding a 21-year-old male having no health complications in the past who suddenly fainted after a party. We took him to our GP for a check-up. The GP found nothing wrong and advised rest. However, we went to the lab on our own and carried out CBC. WBC count was high in ... Read Full »
Dr. Goswami Parth Rajendragiri
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. The diagnosis in your case is lymphocytosis. The underlying cause for the lymphocytosis should be searched for. For that, a detailed physical examination should be done and liver, spleen and lymph nodes should be palpated. Infectious mononucleosis, viral influenza, h... Read Full »