What does treatment for HUS commonly involve?

 

There is no known treatment that can stop the progress of the syndrome once it has started.

A treatment regimen will be established by your physician based on your individual condition. Most treatments are aimed at easing the immediate symptoms and signs of this disease and at preventing further complications. This may include any or all of the following:

  • Treatment of high blood pressure
  • Maintaining specific levels of fluids and salts
  • Blood transfusions
  • Kidney dialysis
  • Medication
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