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Rheumatology

News, opinions and meeting coverage in rheumatology.

Novel Drug Eases Disease Activity in Dermatomyositis

— Dazukibart targets specific molecular pathology of chronic systemic autoimmune disease

A photo of a man’s face affected by dermatomyositis rash.

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Do TNF Inhibitors Really Worsen RA-Associated Lung Disease?

VA study provides reassurance

Jan 10, 2025
Gabapentin May Not Raise the Risk of Falling After All

No additional risk in older adults newly prescribed the drug, comparative analysis shows

Jan 06, 2025
Anti-Zoster Drug Prevents Shingles in Lupus Patients on Anifrolumab

Alternative to vaccination proves mettle in French study

Jan 06, 2025
Durable Improvement in Rheumatic Pain, Health Seen With Brief Lifestyle Program

Benefits from 3-month online intervention lasted 2 years, but trial lacked control group

Jan 02, 2025
Anti-Zoster Drug Prevents Shingles in Lupus Patients on Anifrolumab

Alternative to vaccination proves mettle in French study

Durable Improvement in Rheumatic Pain, Health Seen With Brief Lifestyle Program

Benefits from 3-month online intervention lasted 2 years, but trial lacked control group

Rheumatology Case Studies

Unexplained Rash With No Itch and Shoulder Pain Suddenly Affects Young Girl

Skin symptoms dramatically improved after use of sun protection

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What Caused Left-Sided Hearing Loss in This 65-Year-Old Man?

Numerous diagnostic procedures revealed tophaceous gout affecting the middle ear

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Why Has This Young Man Lost the Ability to Squat and Clench His Fists?

Joint stiffness is just one symptom of this rare debilitating inflammatory disease

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Lupus Patients See More Vascular Risk, but It's Modifiable

Achieving remission and addressing CV risk factors made a big difference in Greek study

Dec 30, 2024
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What Is Spondylolisthesis, the Spine Condition Reported to Plague Luigi Mangione?

The spinal condition is more common among people in their 50s and older

Dec 17, 2024
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You Can Tell SpA Patients That TNF Inhibitors May Cut Fracture Risk

Hypothesized, but evidence not as clear until now

Dec 16, 2024
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Turns Out That Biosimilars Do Impact Biologic Drug Costs

Leading adalimumab brand still dominates market, but net spending plummeted

Dec 13, 2024
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Back Trouble, Brain Fog Bothered Suspect in UnitedHealthcare CEO Killing, Posts Show

Reddit posts reference a spinal condition called spondylolisthesis

Dec 13, 2024
 Suspect Luigi Mangione is taken into the Blair County Courthouse on Tuesday, Dec. 10, 2024, in Hollidaysburg, Pennsylvania.
Could Psoriasis Treatment Be This Simple?

Off-the-shelf drug reduces skin inflammation in animal models and human cell culture

Dec 11, 2024
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Rheumatoid Arthritis Boosts Risk for Heart Failure, but Not Every Kind

Case-control study reinforces connection between inflammation and HFpEF

Dec 09, 2024
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Going From High to Low Disease Activity in Lupus Might Not Be Easy, but Worth Trying

Fewer complications and flares occur for those who achieve the target, even intermittently

Dec 05, 2024
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Minimally Invasive Procedure May Reduce Symptoms of Knee Osteoarthritis

Genicular artery embolization could help put off the need for knee replacement surgery

Dec 04, 2024
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Stem Cell Selection Unneeded for SSc Transplant Therapy?

Small trial suggests a simpler path to defeat systemic sclerosis

Dec 03, 2024
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Drug Prices Negotiated by Medicare Still Higher Than Other Countries'

All drugs except one remained more expensive in the U.S.

Dec 02, 2024
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Study: Patients Better Be Very Literate to Understand These Handouts

Some educational materials require college-level reading ability

Dec 02, 2024
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Opinion
Measuring the Quality of Pain Management

Fair and useful performance measures help ensure more appropriate treatment

Nov 29, 2024
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U.K. Data Tie Acetaminophen to Increased Ulcer Risk

Not so stomach-safe after all?

Nov 26, 2024
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