The story of Chantelle
CIDP – Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy
Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy (CIDP) is an inflammatory disorder of the peripheral nerves. There is an increasing weakness as well as numbness and tingling of the legs and arms which can develop over a period of a few months and symptoms continue if untreated. It is caused by damage to the covering of the nerves, called the myelin. If treated early and aggressively, therapies can limit the damage to the nerves and contribute to a better quality of life.
Like GBS, CIDP can start at any age and with either gender.
Treatments:
– Immunotherapies, such as IVIG
– Plasma exchange
– Prednisone
– Immunosuppressives
The GBS/CIDP Foundation of Canada is a registered Canadian Charity. Our Foundation is made up of trained caring volunteers who have had GBS, CIDP and variants, who are dedicated to the support of our patient community in hopes that no patient goes through these disorders alone. Our mission is that of Support, Education, Research and Advocacy.
If you or someone you know would like more information, please contact the Foundation. Medical professionals are welcome to contact us for literature and to get more information on how to connect your patient with the foundation.