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Are There Any Foods I Can Consume To Build Up My Immune System,and Any Advice To Battle The BK Virus With Rejection?

I am a kidney transplant patient and having issues with the BK virus. I have experienced rejection at first and was treated with steroid regimen about 3 different occasions. Then the BK virus showed high counts in my lab results. My nephrologist tried to adjust my immune suppressant medications, but my BK readings were still high. My doctor told me he can treat for rejection and he can treat for the BK virus, but he does not know how to treat for both occurring at the same time. Any suggestions? I have had my new kidney for 4 1/2 years now. In this period of time, my creatnine level has gone from 1.0 to 3.7.Are there any foods I can consume to build up my immune system, and any advice to battle the BK virus with rejection? I am a 56 yr old male and also have diabetes and high blood pressure, my blood sugar is under control and blood pressure readings are normal.
Tue, 24 Feb 2015
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Hi
Thanks for your query.

If you have both rejection and a BK Virus infection then the treatment can be tricky. Some patients in a similar situation have shown benefits with Iv Immunoglobulins (IVIG).

I would also recommend a kidney biopsy if its not already done.

Unfortunately there is no way to treat BK virus by making modifications in your diet.

Hope this helps
Good luck
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Are There Any Foods I Can Consume To Build Up My Immune System,and Any Advice To Battle The BK Virus With Rejection?

Hi Thanks for your query. If you have both rejection and a BK Virus infection then the treatment can be tricky. Some patients in a similar situation have shown benefits with Iv Immunoglobulins (IVIG). I would also recommend a kidney biopsy if its not already done. Unfortunately there is no way to treat BK virus by making modifications in your diet. Hope this helps Good luck