Yesterday I attended for my monthly infusion of immunoglobulin. This can be quite a long process requiring that I am fitted with a cannula. To avoid any reaction, I am then given pre-medications requiring a wait of 30 minutes for them to take affect. The immunoglobulin is then administered, initially at a slow rate. After each 1/2 hour the rate is gradually increased. Throughout the process, my observations are taken to check for any adverse affects. Overall the process takes about 4 1/2 hours.
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In the BHOC immunoglobulin is given in one of the outpatient departments. This unit provides a variety of treatments and I am always humbled to see so many patients who are seriously unwell and needing extensive treatments such as platelet and whole blood infusions. These can last for many more hours than my treatment. The care and efficiency of the nursing staff is just world-class.
Keep safe, keep well
Stephen
