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    I got my flu shot last week and have had no problems.  Not even a sore arm. I just got my COVID bi-valent booster shot today. I have had no problems with past 4 COVID doses and don’t expect any with this dose.

    Immunosuppressed with Cellcept over 3 years, I had IVIG for over 3 years, 3 and 4 times/month. Stopped after the June 2022 monthly dose of IVIG because I was having no more progress in muscle strength and energy.  I began Rituxan treatment (and continued on Cellcept) the end of August 2022. Had an IV dose 2 weeks apart and am scheduled for a 3rd dose of Rituxan in March 2023 (6 months later). After the initial 2 doses of Rituxan I noticed a tremendous difference in my arm and leg muscles, energy and my brain clarity at 5 1/2 weeks post IV doses.

    It has continued to be a miracle! I have strong arms with no pain and feel so good, I can do multiple things /day without the drag of tiredness and exhaustion.! I wake up and I’m not exhausted and have energy. It’s all good. I feel like I am getting my pre-MG life back again. Not 100% but at least 80% at this time. It’s wonderful.

    I did extensive personal research on Rituxan and the immune system before treatment so I have a clear understanding of what Rituxan (a monoclonal antibody) is doing in my body and to my immune system. I also consulted with the neuro pharmacist. Knowledge is indeed power.