SAA Mom,
As I recall, the Atg dosage/time was similar. I was on the same dosage give or take as your son of the cyclosporine for 6 months.
My side effects were severe but different; severe anxiety, night sweats , hot flashes, numbness in my hands, extreme fatigue.
I have been an athlete all my life. However, nothing was more taxing physically, mentally, and emotionally than going through the cyclosporine therapy. I woke up every morning knowing that I would feel worse and worse as the day wore on. It was very dark period for me even though I had always been an upbeat positive guy.
What got me through was family, faith, and friends. I never stopped believing I would get better no matter how bad I felt.
The best advice I can give you is stay patient, stay strong, and stay positive.
Never, ever stop believing. I really believe that attitude will make a huge difference.
Let me know if I can be of further assistance.
Best
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