Life has been a bit hectic lately. My family has many changes coming up, and each one brings its own challenges. I’ve lived in the same town for most of my life, as have my children. But that may soon change. Our family is growing, and we’ll be welcoming another…
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Early treatment with at least two cycles of bortezomib may help lower the levels of antibodies that can make enzyme replacement therapy (ERT) less effective, according to a report of two young children with infantile-onset Pompe disease. The cases add to earlier reports that bortezomib, an injectable medication…
A powerful imaging technique called high-resolution intravital microscopy, or IVM, may be a useful tool for visualizing and quantifying the effectiveness of investigational treatments in mouse models of Pompe disease, according to recent research. The approach allows for cellular changes in muscles to be visualized in live animals. Using…
My 6-year-old son, Cayden, is no stranger to ear infections. When he was 2, we decided it was time to solve the problem of recurring ear infections once and for all. His otolaryngologist recommended implanting ear tubes. Tubes are pretty common, so I wasn’t overly concerned about the…
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