Mallorca’s Son Espases uses 18% more immunoglobulins

Mallorca’s Son Espases University Hospital in Palma reports an 18% rise in its use of immunoglobulins in 2025 compared with the year before. Its immunology service links the increase to more patients with immune deficiencies needing treatment. At a meeting hosted by the hospital, patients, health professionals and associations discuss how to diagnose and treat these conditions.

Why an early diagnosis matters

Primary immune deficiencies occur when the immune system does not work properly. They can leave people more vulnerable to infections, but may also appear as autoimmune illness or digestive and lung problems. Finding them early gives doctors a chance to begin preventive measures and treatment before complications develop.

Secondary immune deficiencies can follow certain blood diseases, treatments that suppress the immune system or transplants. Son Espases wants these conditions recognised earlier and patients’ immune systems and genetics examined in greater detail.

Treatment some patients can take at home

Immunoglobulins, also called gammaglobulins, replace antibodies that some patients cannot produce adequately. Given into a vein or under the skin, they can reduce how often infections occur and how severe they are. Some patients can continue treatment under the skin at home.

The Balearic Association of Primary Immune Deficiencies, Abadip, organised the meeting. Its topics include advances in immune and genetic testing, vaccination strategies and new research. The hospital also faces growing demand from patients with secondary immune deficiencies as new treatments become available.

Topics: Health

Source: Europa Press / Mallorca.com