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Can anyone describe their experience with immune globulin shots given to prevent hepatitis a?

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It works: Both Immune Globulin and the hep a vaccine are approved for post exposure prophylaxis, and they work. The choice between the two depends upon availability and a variety of patient factors.

Answered 6/25/2014

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I have elevated iga antibodies. Gamma globulin is low positive and beta gamma bridging is present. I had a low positive ana test. Hepatitis was negative. I also have iga nephropathy. Could I have cirrhosis or something else?

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