How To Treat Churg-Strauss Syndrome

Immune Globulin

Immune globulin is created from donated plasma that is screened and purified to be transplanted into patients. Individuals with Churg-Strauss syndrome are treated with this type of replacement therapy by receiving a monthly infusion. This treatment is typically offered to patients who haven't responded or experienced good results with other treatments. As with most treatments, there are potential side effects of utilizing this type of replacement therapy, the most common of which are flu-like symptoms. Another important consideration is the fact immune globulin therapy is highly expensive and doesn't work for everyone who uses it. Therefore, this type of replacement therapy is rarely offered as a first choice for patients living with Churg-Strauss syndrome.

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Healthy Diet And Exercise

Healthy diet and exercise can also help Churg-Strauss syndrome patients find relief from their symptoms. Weight gain, for example, is common with steroid treatment, and exercise can help individuals with Churg-Strauss lose not only some of the weight gained due to steroid use but also maintain a healthy weight. Strength training exercises such as push ups, dumbbell rolls, and weight squats are highly encouraged as well as activities that improve cardio function such as walking, swimming, and jogging. It is also vital to follow a healthy diet as steroid use can cause a spike in blood sugar, which may lead to Type 2 diabetes. To reduce the risk, patients with Churg-Strauss syndrome should make sure to consume the daily recommendation of fruits, vegetables, and whole grains, such as barley, brown rice, buckwheat, oatmeal, and popcorn, to minimize the impact of steroid use and keep blood sugar stable.

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