You Are More Than Your Parts “It looks like an attacker tried to slit my throat,” I thought when I looked in the mirror after getting stitches taken out following a partial thyroidectomy and 2 1/2 inch nodule removal surgery. …

His words made me realize my scars are the result of my fight to stay in this life. I can still think. I can work. I’m over 50. I don’t wear makeup but I still look pretty good considering all I’ve been through.
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#chronicillness #health #igg4 #autoimmunedisease

IgG4 Surge Trend Can Predict IgG4-RD Relapse An increase in IgG4 levels over time, rather than a single-timepoint IgG4 measurement, can predict relapse in IgG4-RD, according to recent research.

An increase in #IgG4 levels over time, rather than a single-timepoint IgG4 measurement, can predict relapse in immunoglobulin G4-related disease (IgG4-RD) and guide early treatment intensification.

Read more: https://bit.ly/3Pye8Dj

#RareDisease #IgG4RD #MedSky

I Am A Living Testimony Every I took step out of the venue where the reception was held after the 2026 Autoimmune Association Legislative fly in day felt as if I was breaking the bones in my feet. The lidocaine had long w…

Every I took step out of the venue where the reception was held after the Autoimmune Association Legislative fly in felt as if I was breaking the bones in my feet. Still It’s one of the best ways I’ve marked autoimmune awareness month #igg4 #chronicillness
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Author Interview w/ Nika C. Beamon Nika C. Beamon, a professional news writer and author, began her writing journey after an illness pushed her to reflect on life choices. She draws inspiration from real experiences and people. Desp…

I am a glorious mess. I’m grateful I can shed light on igg4-Rd and people living with other autoimmune diseases. But, it was refreshing to talk something else: my journey as a writer.
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#author #writing #igg4 #blackwriter #journalism

Symptomatic: A Medical Mystery Podcast Documentary Podcast · Updated Weekly · How terrifying would it be to fight an unknown enemy? One you don’t recognize and didn’t see coming? What if that enemy was coming from within; a disease that ev...

@ I’m listening to iHeart ♫ As an #igg4 sufferer I know how difficult it can be to get the correct diagnosis. I shared my long journey for a diagnosis in a new podcast episode #health #ChronicIllness #auotimmunedisease . @iHeartRadio
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a cat is sitting on a bed with its paws on a laptop keyboard . ALT: a cat is sitting on a bed with its paws on a laptop keyboard .

Me greeting the pharmacist who mucked up my dad's medication order so had to hand deliver it. MEDICATIONS GIVEN TO PEOPLE OVER 75 ARE NOT OPTIONAL FFS!!!!!! #carer #ckd #aki #igg4

New article! Predictors of remission and relapse in retroperitoneal fibrosis.

➡️ Metabolic activity of RPF at 18F-FDG-PET is an important predictor of remission and relapse.

🔗 doi.org/10.1111/joim.70017

#IgG4 #PET #retroperitonealfibrosis #vasculitis

Please try to remember that!
I only use social media to update others, or advertise.

#naturelover #gardener #growyourownfood #chronicillness #IgG4 #rheumatoidarthritis ##osteoarthritis #fuckcancer #gamer #twitchstreamer #vtuber #nerd #swordswallower

We're looking for patients living with #lupus #uveitis
#Psoriaticarthritis #Sjögren #chronicheadache #IgG4 to share their stories - some opportunities are paid.
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I am home.
Very sore and exhausted.
I had some steak & mash for my dinner and now I need all the rest!
Biopsies were taken.
Polyps were removed.
Prednisone is on hold until biopsy results return.

Recovery mode activated.

#IgG4 #pancreaticcancer #fuckcancer #chronicillness #staystrong #stayhappy

Shortly after I appeared in USA Today, I responded to a podcast request. I share my journey to advocate for my health and to get the correct medical diagnosis. I share tips that could help you! #womenshealth #chronicillness #igg4 #booksky #blacksky
Full interview here: m.youtube.com/watch?v=-UCI...

youtu.be/-UCIrtor8iY?... #spoonie #womenshealth #autoimmunedisease #chronicillness #igg4

Images in Rheumatology

IgG4-Related Arterial Disease: An Unusual Case of Aortitis

📖 doi.org/10.3899/jrhe...

#IgG4 #aortitis

Taking a day for yourself is very important and I am learning this!!

#selfcare #loveyourself #chronicallyill ##rheumatoidarthritis #osteoarthritis #IgG4 #pancreaticcancer #audhd #funny

Case 52: The Dorsal Clue

30-years old with dorso-lumbar pain

The answer is B: IgG4 disease

The vide explains the case, the differentials and other similar cases

www.bstneoplasms.com/p/case52/

#bstneoplasms #radres #focalbonelesion #spine #dorsalspine #IgG4

Post-vaccination IgG4 and IgG2 class switch associates with increased risk of SARS-CoV-2 infections Repeated COVID-19 mRNA vaccinations increase SARS-CoV-2 IgG4 antibodies, indicating extensive IgG class switching following the first booster dose. This shift in IgG subclasses raises concerns due to ...

Post-vaccination #IgG4 and IgG2 class switch associated with increased risk of breakthrough #SARSCoV2 infections

⚕️ #IDSky

www.journalofinfection.com/article/S016...

I refuse to give up or give in.
I am determined to work and have fun!!

#fuckcancer #chronicallyill #igg4 #osteoporosis #osteoarthritis #rheumatoidarthritis #audhd #staystrong #keepgoing #stayhappy

#IgG4 Related Disease Presenting With #Eosinophilic #PleuralEffusion
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Your Guide to IgG4-RD IgG4-related disease (IgG-RD) is a rare, multi-organ autoimmune disorder. Learn about its symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and more.

What exactly is IgG4-RD, who gets it, and what are the challenges with diagnosis?
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If you've been diagnosed, we'd love to hear your story. DM us or email sjara@ghlf.org to get in touch.
#IgG4 #Misdiagnosis

Another instance of incidentally running into this particular fibrosing disease
#igg4 #MedSky

IgG4-related diseases after COVID-19 vaccination The authors from Japan presented two cases of IgG4-related diseases that developed after anti-COVID-19 vaccination

#IgG4 -related diseases (sialadenitis, pancreatitis, and hepatopathy) after #COVID-19 #vaccination

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Elevated IgG4 in children after mRNA BNT162b2 vaccination This study reported, for the first time in children, elevated IgG4 specific for S1 and RBD one year after the 2nd mRNA BNT162b2 vaccination.

Elevated levels of non-inflammatory #IgG4 #antibodies specific for the #SARS-CoV-2 spike protein were found in children aged 5 to 11 years one year after the BNT162b2 mRNA COVID-19 #vaccination

discovermednews.com/elevated-igg...

📖Inebilizumab
…⬇️ the risk of flares of IgG4-related disease and ⬆️ the likelihood of flare-free complete remission at 1 year.
👉confirming the role of CD19-targeted B-cell depletion as a potential treatment for IgG4-related disease.
#IgG4 #Bcell #Rheumsky

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I've had mouth ulcers from eating walnuts. Walnuts can induce pemphigus vulgaris, which Dr McGowan mentions is also IgG4-related. [45:29]

doi.org/10.1016/j.ja...

#PemphigusVulgaris #IgG4

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