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Progression of Alzheimer's halted after treatment with intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIg) (small tri)

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Bob

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A small drug trial showed a halt in progression of Alzheimer's after treatment with intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIg). If I remember correctly, immunoglobulin has been proposed as a treatment for ME by people like Jonathan Kerr.

"The four participants originally given the highest dose and kept on that dose for three years showed no decline in cognition."

The Guardian
Alzheimer's drug IVIg could halt sufferers' decline
Trial involving 16 patients excites scientists by suggesting treatment prevented deterioration of memory and cognitive skills
18 July 2012 10.21 BST
http://www.guardian.co.uk/society/2012/jul/18/alzheimers-drug-ivig-halt-decline
 
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