Posts by: Marisa Wexler

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People with high levels of the iron-storing protein ferritin may be at an increased risk for hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis (HLH), a new study suggests. Thus, they should undergo additional diagnostic tests ... Read more

November 5, 2020November 5, 2020

NORD Hosting ‘RareLaunch’ Workshops to Help Start Rare Disease Non-profits

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The National Organization for Rare Disorders (NORD)’s RareLaunch training program will host two days of free virtual workshops in December, with the aim of empowering leaders to start non-profit organizations ... Read more

October 22, 2020October 22, 2020

Telehealth ‘Helpful’ Alternative to In-person Care, Rare Disease Patients Say

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A majority of rare disease patients using telehealth during the COVID-19 pandemic thought the experience positive, and many would like the option of continuing its use in future appointments, a series ... Read more

June 11, 2020June 11, 2020

Neurological Symptoms May Indicate HLH, Case Report Shows

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Unexplained neurological symptoms may be indicative of hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis, even in the absence of typical HLH symptoms such as fever, a new case report highlights. The report, “Neurological symptoms of ... Read more

June 4, 2020June 4, 2020

Rapid Diagnosis Crucial for Adults with HLH That Affects Brain

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The brain is rarely affected in adult-onset hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis (HLH), but its involvement is a serious complication and a quick diagnosis is critical to ensuring best possible outcomes for patients, a ... Read more

February 13, 2020February 13, 2020

HLH Should Be Considered as Possible Complication After Invasive Pneumococcal Disease, Case Report Suggests

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The case of a Japanese infant who developed hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis (HLH) secondary to a bacterial infection highlights the need to consider HLH as a possible complication in such infections — ... Read more

October 31, 2019October 31, 2019

High Levels of HMGB1 Protein Found in HLH Patients, Linked With Disease Features, Study Shows

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Blood levels of the protein HMGB1 are elevated in children and adolescents with hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis (HLH), and higher levels are associated with clinical features of the disease, such as central ... Read more