Infusion Therapy by Specialty

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Infusion therapy can help reduce symptoms, prevent complications, and improve quality of life. Treatments are customized for each patient based on their condition and may include:

• Corticosteroids (to quickly reduce swelling and pain)
• Biologics (special medicines that target the immune system to stop inflammation)

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Infusion therapy in transplant management often includes immunosuppressants like basiliximab or antithymocyte globulin. These medications are administered intravenously to suppress the immune system and prevent the body from attacking the transplanted organ.

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Infusion therapy can help manage severe allergies by delivering medications to stabilize the immune response or through desensitization treatments. This type of therapy may include administering medications like epinephrine, antihistamines, or corticosteroids during emergency situations. In cases where desensitization is needed, infusion therapy can gradually introduce small doses of the allergen under medical supervision to reduce the severity of future reactions. These treatments are carefully monitored to ensure safety and effectiveness.

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Infusion therapy can help manage chronic hives by delivering medications that target the immune system and reduce the release of histamine, which causes the itching and swelling. This type of treatment often involves biologic medications like omalizumab, which blocks specific antibodies that trigger histamine release. These infusions are given on a regular schedule to control symptoms and improve quality of life for patients with severe or persistent hives.

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Infusion therapy can help manage severe asthma by delivering medications that reduce inflammation and prevent asthma attacks, providing better control over the condition. This treatment typically includes biologic medications, such as monoclonal antibodies, which target specific parts of the immune system to reduce inflammation and prevent flare-ups. These treatments are given intravenously, often on a regular schedule, to help manage symptoms and improve lung function.

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Infusion therapy helps by replacing lost blood, improving iron levels, and keeping the patient stable. It includes blood transfusions to replace lost blood and iron infusions to treat low iron from bleeding. IV fluids or medicines may also be given to stop the bleeding or help keep blood pressure normal. These treatments help the body recover from blood loss.

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Infusion therapy for Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis often involves biologics such as infliximab or vedolizumab, which target specific immune responses causing inflammation. These medications are administered intravenously, typically at regular intervals, to manage symptoms and help maintain remission.

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Infusion therapy can help manage pancreatitis by providing fluids, pain relief, and nutrition directly into the bloodstream. This treatment supports recovery and helps prevent complications. In some cases, antibiotics or anti-inflammatory medications may also be given intravenously to address complications. These treatments support recovery and reduce symptoms.

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Infusion therapy can help manage dyslipidemia by delivering medications that regulate lipid levels and reduce cardiovascular risks. This type of therapy will often involve medications like monoclonal antibodies (e.g., evolocumab) that lower LDL cholesterol. These medications are delivered intravenously to help reduce lipid levels and lower the risk of cardiovascular events.

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Infusion therapy helps manage osteoporosis by delivering medications that strengthen bones and increase bone density, reducing the risk of fractures. It usually involves medications like zoledronic acid or denosumab, which are delivered intravenously to help increase bone density and reduce fracture risk. These treatments are typically administered on a regular basis to maintain bone health.

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Infusion therapy is commonly used for autoimmune forms of arthritis, like rheumatoid arthritis or psoriatic arthritis, to manage symptoms and reduce inflammation. Infusion therapy may be an option for certain types of arthritis, particularly autoimmune and inflammatory forms. Biologic medications such as infliximab or tocilizumab are administered intravenously to reduce inflammation and prevent joint damage.

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Infusion therapy can help manage gout by delivering medications that reduce uric acid levels and inflammation, preventing flare-ups and joint damage. Infusion therapy for gout often involves medications like pegloticase, which lowers uric acid levels in the blood. Administered intravenously, these treatments help reduce inflammation, prevent flare-ups, and manage long-term gout symptoms.

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Infusion therapy helps manage lupus by delivering medications through an IV to reduce inflammation and prevent flare-ups. Common treatments, like belimumab or rituximab, help calm the immune system and lower inflammation. These treatments can control symptoms, prevent flare-ups, and protect organs from damage.

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Infusion therapy helps manage RA by delivering biologic or immunosuppressive medications that target the immune system and reduce inflammation. Infusion therapy for RA often includes biologic medications like infliximab or rituximab, which are administered intravenously. These treatments help reduce inflammation, prevent joint damage, and improve mobility by targeting specific immune pathways involved in RA.

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Infusion therapy helps manage psoriasis by delivering biologic medications through an IV to reduce inflammation and slow the growth of skin cells. Common treatments, like infliximab or secukinumab, target the immune system to help control skin lesions and prevent flare-ups.

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Infusion therapy helps manage severe eczema by delivering biologic medications that target the immune system to reduce inflammation and control symptoms. Infusion therapy for severe eczema often involves biologics like dupilumab, which are given intravenously. These medications work by calming the immune system, reducing inflammation, and helping to prevent future flare-ups, improving the skin and overall quality of life.

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Infusion therapy helps slow the progression of symptoms by delivering medications that target the underlying disease processes, offering patients and families improved quality of life. Infusion therapy for Alzheimer’s may involve medications like monoclonal antibodies designed to target and reduce amyloid plaques in the brain. These treatments are administered intravenously, typically on a scheduled basis, to help slow cognitive decline.

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Infusion therapy aims to address specific underlying causes and symptoms, providing relief and supporting better brain function. Infusion therapy for dementia may include medications to improve cognitive function or manage symptoms like agitation. Intravenous treatments are tailored based on the type and severity of dementia and are often combined with other supportive therapies.

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Infusion therapy provides targeted pain relief by delivering medications that reduce inflammation, block pain signals, and calm overactive nerves. Infusion therapy for migraines and neuropathic pain may include medications like magnesium, ketamine, or lidocaine, administered intravenously to provide rapid relief. These treatments help reduce pain, manage flare-ups, and improve patient comfort.

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Infusion therapy helps manage MS by delivering medications that reduce inflammation and prevent further nerve damage. Infusion therapy for MS often includes biologics like ocrelizumab or natalizumab, which are administered intravenously to target the immune system and reduce inflammation. These treatments help manage flare-ups, slow disease progression, and improve overall function.

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Infusion therapy helps manage Parkinson’s symptoms by delivering medications that enhance dopamine levels or target motor symptoms directly, improving patient mobility and quality of life. Infusion therapy for Parkinson’s may involve medications like levodopa-carbidopa or continuous subcutaneous infusions of apomorphine, delivered intravenously or via infusion pumps. These treatments help manage symptoms, reduce "off" periods, and improve daily functioning.