Immune globulin subcutaneous and Swelling: What Users Say

• Can...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• November 22, 2020

For Primary Immunodeficiency Syndrome "I am 62, have been on Hizentra infusions for 2 years, and do the infusions in my stomach. Over the last year, my stomach has gotten really puffy and bloated. I called the Hizentra pharmacy, and they told me that was a side effect to change infusion sites. I will do that and let you know what happens."

• Bug...
• October 21, 2015

For Primary Immunodeficiency Syndrome "I have had 6 treatments. My goal is not to have bronchitis, sinusitis, or pneumonia repeatedly. For 48-72 hours post-rx, my abdomen is hot pink, swollen, and painful. I then feel fantastic for 6 days, and then my malaise gradually kicks back in. I had a 3-month 'virus' at age 11. I was unable to walk for more than a few feet at a time. I have never felt good since. Life was not what it should have been. My 'awesome' days are well worth all the downsides of this rx. The only regret is that I could have had it sooner. I am so thankful for this medication."

• Tam...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• January 17, 2022

For Primary Immunodeficiency Syndrome "I first posted back in April 2021. It’s been nine months. I subcutaneously infuse 30 mL once a week for IGG deficiency and lung issues. I am very pleased with my outcome. I have more energy, less infections, overall improved health, and stable the day of infusion. I have puffiness at the sites for a couple of days. I have not noticed anything significant as far as a side effect. I hope to continue this way, as I will be on this the rest of my life. Thank you to all who donate.❤️"

• Rum...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 28, 2020

For Primary Immunodeficiency Syndrome "I just had my second Hizentra treatment of 6 injections, but this time in my arm. It has been about 8 hours since my treatment ended, and I have been in bed pretty much since then. My arm at the injection sites is hot and swollen, which I can deal with. I did better on gamma globulin despite having lousy veins. My sinus and ear infection symptoms returned mid-treatment. Not sure I will continue since I am feeling ill and vaguely drugged. I just had a kitchen accident and yelled at my hungry cats for jumping around."

• Anonymous
• July 27, 2010

For Primary Immunodeficiency Syndrome "Easy to use and keeps my son very healthy. The only side effect he has is redness and swelling at the infusion site, but that clears up within a few hours."