Weekly Spotlight - 31.10.24

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Innovative Treatment Brings Hope to Autoimmune Angioedema Patients

A 66-year-old woman with autoimmune disease experienced severe angioedema, unresponsive to standard treatments. Therapeutic plasma exchange (TPE) was used, leading to remission. This case underscores the potential of TPE in managing refractory angioedema linked to autoimmunity, offering hope for similar patients.

Blood TTR: A New Hope for Sjögren's Disease Management

Blood levels of transthyretin (TTR) may serve as a biomarker for primary Sjögren's disease activity, according to a Chinese study. TTR, linked to autoimmune diseases, correlates with disease activity and inflammation markers, offering potential for improved clinical management of Sjögren's patients.

Solange Knowles Shares Her Autoimmune Disorder Journey with Fans

Solange Knowles has shared her diagnosis of POTS, Sjögren's syndrome, and MCAS, highlighting the challenges of living with these conditions. She expressed gratitude for the support from Dysautonomia International and the "spoonie" community, offering encouragement to others facing similar health struggles.

Abdominal Pain Unveils Rare C1 Inhibitor Deficiency Diagnosis

A 62-year-old woman experienced severe abdominal pain, leading to a diagnosis of acquired C1 esterase inhibitor deficiency, a rare condition linked to lymphoproliferative disorders. Despite initial treatment challenges, she received supportive care, highlighting the importance of considering this diagnosis in similar cases for effective management.