6.16.08 (#1 of 7) New enzyme injection for Dupuytren's

[surfnsfari]

I don't know where you got the idea it is from alcoholism? I have it and am not an alcoholic in fact only have an occasional drink. Maybe one or two drinks a month or longer apart.

[khalody98]

it is due to alcholism

[zBuffalogal]

@khalody98

My grandmother born 1874 died 1960 had this hereditary condition. She did not drink or smoke.

[khalody98]

@zBuffalogal it is strange , they taught us this in medical school. and also it has to be some exeptions

god bless her soul in haven

[Photobill7]

I had the injection of Xiaflex last week for my right ring finger. Now, a week later that hand is almost back to normal. This procedure sure beats the alternatives. Quick, non-invasive, and very short recovery period. The only negative is the cost ($3200), but the insurance co. finally approved it after some delay..

[zBuffalogal]

@Photobill7 I'd be dead if I held my breath waiting for authorization approval for the the procedure. I don't know if it is delayed by the HMO or who. I'm eager to have it done because I lost flexibility of my right wrist and can't grasp anything as my fingers barely bend in my right hand and am depending on my left hand which has the fascia.

[samanthahoffman]

I'm ambivalent. It helped me some, however my hand has regressed since then. I'm not sure if it's the natural progression of the condition or if the enzyme doesn't last. I would talk to your doctor and get his/her recommendation.

[sticksbass]

do you recomend this injection?

[chloesid]

I've just been diagnosed with Dupuytren's and found this video series by Samantha Hoffman very helpful in understanding how the new collagenase drug was used in clinical trials. I want to thank Ms. Hoffman for sharing her experience in such an open, honest way.

[samanthahoffman]

This is legit. You can verify it through the Dupuytren's website or through Auxillium who sponsored the clinical trials.

[variety62]

Is this real or a fake?

[starosielczanin]

This is real ;)