Atypical HUS
Atypical HUS
TREATMENTS:
1. Dialysis
2. Plasmapheresis.
3. Kidney transplants
4. Soliris infusions
1a. Dialysis will take the place of the job the kidneys do but it won't cure the disease.
2a. Plasmpheresis will clean the blood and remove the clots but this is only temporary
3a. Kidney transplants can't stop the disease which will then damage the new kidneys.
4a. Solaris is the one hope for people with this disease. It supplies the necessary protein to stop the body from damaging the red blood cells.
People with this disease need to watch their diet, and make sure they don't eat foods with too many phosphates. These are found in many prepared foods. They also need to restrict salt in their diet. The bi-weekly infusions with Eculizumab must be done to stay in remission. It is very important to keep away from people with illness and a flu shot every year is mandatory. The person needs to work closely with a dietician to make sure they do everything possible to stay healthy.