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Risk of Blood Cancer Increased in Lupus Patients
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Results of a new study provide more evidence that immunosuppressive drug therapy may contribute to an increased risk of hematologic malignancies in patients with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). Reuters Health Information
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Rituximab Slows Joint Damage in Rheumatoid Arthritis
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Rituximab inhibits joint damage progression in rheumatoid arthritis (RA) patients who have an inadequate response to tumor necrosis factor (TNF) inhibitor therapies, according to a report in the January issue of the Annals of the Rheumatic Diseases. Reuters Health Information
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Gradual Methotrexate Escalation Best in RA Therapy
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The findings from a literature review suggest that methotrexate therapy for rheumatoid arthritis (RA) should start at low oral doses and subcutaneous administration should be reserved for those who do not respond adequately, Dutch researchers report in the July issue of Annals of the Rheumatic Diseases. Reuters Health Information
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