low iga

[rhoddie]

does a low iga mean anything?  I had a blood test in 2007 and my iga was 64.  I've had another in Dec. 2008 and now it shows at 52.    Should I look into this or could this just be normal for me.  My doctor said the normal range is between 80 and 100.

[PlateletGal]

I am so sorry that you have this condition. From the ltitle bit that I've been reading on IgA deficiency, it sounds similiar to Chronic Fatigue Immune Dysfunction Syndrome  (that is what I have). You may want to ask your physician about an immune system boosting supplement called "Transfer Factor" (google for more information).

I hope you keep us posted and you are always welcome to post in MedHelp's fibro/CFS forum. I am one of the Community Leaders in the forum.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/IgA_deficiency

Best Wishes,

~PlateletGal

[Aiene]

nothing. he's referred me to a specialist, the one who diagnosed me as iga deficient originally, but i'm still waiting on the appointment.

[PlateletGal]

So what did your physician recommend, as far as treating your condition ?

[Aiene]

can't treat iga deficiency with gamma globulin, it will cause anaphylactic shock =(

[PlateletGal]

Yes and especially if you are still having health issues.

Good luck and if you can... let me know what happens !

[Aiene]

No, is it something I should look into? I was diagnosed 10 years ago and was told there was no treatment.

[PlateletGal]

Your physician isn't treating you with gamma globulin ?

[Aiene]

I'm IGA deficient too and been told that there's really nothing I can do about it. I get sick a lot (a lot less since my tonsils came out though) and I have vitiligo because of it too.
All I do is try to eat healthy and take multivitamins.