Season 2 Episode 35 | August 13, 2026
IVIG for ITP: What It Is, How It Works, and When You Need It
If you've ever wondered what IVIG is, how it works, or when it's used to treat ITP, this episode is for you. Host Barbara Pruitt is joined by two leading experts, Dr. James Bussel and Dr. Charlotte Cunningham-Rundles, to answer the questions patients ask most often. Learn how IVIG is made, why it can raise platelet counts so quickly, what side effects to expect, and simple steps you can take to make treatment more comfortable. Whether you've received IVIG before or are considering it for the first time, this conversation will help you better understand one of the most common treatments for ITP and feel more confident discussing it with your healthcare team.
Lifestyle Tip:
Think headaches after IVIG are just something you have to endure? Barbara shares one simple tip that may help make your next infusion more comfortable.
PDSA Resources:
The Role and Function of Platelets in ITP
