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What Is Waldenström Macroglobulinemia? Waldenström macroglobulinemia is a type of lymphoplasmacytic lymphoma, a rare B-cell non-Hodgkin lymphoma. The abnormal cells primarily accumulate in the bone marrow but may also involve . . .
What Is Hypereosinophilic Syndrome? Eosinophils normally help the body respond to infections, allergens, and other immune triggers. In HES, eosinophil levels remain unusually high without an adequate explanation, and the . . .
What Is Ankylosing Spondylitis? Ankylosing spondylitis is an inflammatory form of arthritis that primarily affects the joints between the spine and pelvis. Over time, inflammation can lead to new bone . . .
What Are Biologics for Atopic Dermatitis? Biologic therapies are medications designed to target specific immune pathways involved in atopic dermatitis. They can help: Reduce skin inflammation Relieve persistent itching Decrease the severity . . .
What Are Biologics for Severe Asthma? Biologic medicines are targeted therapies designed to interfere with specific molecules or immune cells involved in asthma inflammation. They are generally considered for people . . .
What Are Biologics for Ulcerative Colitis? Biologic medicines are therapies produced using biological processes and designed to target specific components of the immune response. Depending on the medication, biologics may . . .
What Are Biologics for Rheumatoid Arthritis? Biologic disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs (DMARDs) are medicines produced using biological processes. Unlike traditional medications that affect broader immune pathways, biologics target specific molecules or . . .
What Is Mantle Cell Lymphoma? Mantle cell lymphoma develops from B lymphocytes in the mantle zone of lymphoid follicles. Most cases are associated with a genetic change called t(11;14), which . . .
What Is Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia? CLL develops when abnormal B lymphocytes accumulate in the blood, bone marrow, lymph nodes, and sometimes the spleen. The disease can vary significantly from one . . .
What Is CIDP? CIDP affects the peripheral nerves that connect the brain and spinal cord with the muscles and sensory organs. The immune system damages the myelin sheath, the protective . . .