Hypereosinophilic Syndrome Resource - How is Hypereosinophilic Syndrome Treated?

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How is HES Treated?

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There is no cure for HES. The primary objective for treatment of HES is long-term disease control aimed at reducing eosinophil levels to prevent organ damage and life-threatening blood clots.

There are several approaches commonly used to treat the symptoms. Each has its benefits and challenges. As with all medical treatments, treatment decisions are best made in close consultation with your doctor.

Treatment options:

Systemic corticosteriods are commonly prescribed therapy, but long-term use is limited by potentially serious side-effects.
Tyrosine Kinase Inhibitors are a type of medication that is used primarily to treat cancers, but have also been found to be effective in some patients with HES.
Second-line options include cytotoxic and immunomodulatory agents. These agents have limitations in terms of safety and tolerability.

How is HES Treated?