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Suggest Treatment For Elevated Voltage Gated Potassium Channel Antibody
Immunology, Gastroenterology, Neurology : Please help! Our granddaughter has been in Johns Hopkins for over 75 days with NO definitive diagnosis. Her entire digestive system is paralyzed. Has a Pic line and on TPN. She is 24 and the mother of a 6 month old. An elevated voltage gated potassium channel antibody is the only unusual finding.
Mon, 28 Feb 2022
Hi,
It seems like an inborn error of metabolism. But, It is difficult to comment on the condition with the given details alone. We have to go through detailed clinical history, systems involved and investigation reports. Kindly discuss with your treating doctor. They can address all your concerns.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Muhammed Aslam T. K., Pediatrician
It seems like an inborn error of metabolism. But, It is difficult to comment on the condition with the given details alone. We have to go through detailed clinical history, systems involved and investigation reports. Kindly discuss with your treating doctor. They can address all your concerns.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Muhammed Aslam T. K., Pediatrician
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