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How often do you send a rheum pt for desensitization? #RWCS2020 @RheumNow
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Do you test for Chikungya titres in pt with transient rash, fever and myalgia pristine? #RWCS2020 @RheumNow
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1st JAK inhibitor in AS - upadacitinib, it works! Drs Ruderman/Kavanaugh #RWCS2020
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Metal on metal implant has far reduced survival. How long will knee/hip replacement last Rule of thumb 1% redo per yr. hips do better than knees for pt satisfaction Wm Bugbee #RWCS2020 @RheumNow https://t.co/CCtiGdpij9
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During #RWCS2020 Dr. Anna Postolova @StanfordHealth highlighted new allergy/immunology obstacles for #rheumatologists - “ #MeatAllergy exists” https://t.co/VWYYO6gMpR https://t.co/3Lug13C9ZS
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No difference in loading secukinumab load vs no load in non radiographic axial SpA #RWCS2020 @RheumNow https://t.co/Qs3gUXKoSH
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Join us at “The Hot Seat” hosted by Dr. Cush at #RWCS2020 @RheumNow @RWCSmtg https://t.co/EIyUsZQveh
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No switch or Nor-Switch? ACR guidelines recommend AGAINST switch to bio similar in table AS. @RheumNow #RWCS2020 https://t.co/7WPjGLAXdZ
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How to treat inflammatory eye disease scheme by Dr Alvin Wells which makes good sense #RWCS2020 @RheumNow https://t.co/8tieiMUPOZ
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Drug retention with TNFi for SpA in Europe varies by country but approximately 75% at one yr. maybe with more options retention worsens like in RA. @RheumNow #RWCS2020 https://t.co/xnzZxbY7Dj
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Anaphylaxis or not. fever is NOT anaphylactic. IgE has flushing, itch and hives. Cytokine release has flushing and fever Dr A Postolova #RWCS2020 @RheumNow https://t.co/qgP1vP7Yfe
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Delayed hypersensitivity includes serum sickness usually at day 5 to 7. Anna Postolova says. #RWCS2020 @RheumNow https://t.co/sQFYIvDGLq
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If you skin test for IgE reaction don’t test in first 2 weeks post reaction as pt is Anergic then. Sweet spot is at 6 to 8 weeks to test and de sensitive if drug is needed and serious allergic reaction Dr A Postolova #RWCS2020 @RheumNow https://t.co/jakSwJ8xOC
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Most common need for desensitization drugs in Rheum are IV drugs. Infliximab, Rituximab and Tociluzimab. If severe reaction desensitize and if mild premeditate ex antihistamines and steroids if needed @RheumNow #RWCS2020 https://t.co/l6SWUPljbZ
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Mast Cell Activation Syndrome. Learn it. It exists but maybe more pts think they have it than really do. Rx with mast cell stabilization. MCAS has tryptase at a high level. Input for dx Dr A Postolova #RWCS2020 @RheumNow https://t.co/mz5z2o1z8p
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UPA worked quickly without new safety signals noted in SELECT AXIS for AS. Drs. Ruderman and Kavanaugh #RWCS2020 @RheumNow @RWCSmtg https://t.co/g2wkLmDtd9
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Packed audience at great rheum mtg. Practical. Great interaction. #RWCS2020 @RheumNow https://t.co/UErbxolatV
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Invert the topical to mild systemic Rx and beyond for atopic dermatitis if severe. Stop the cytokine and itch. Use dupilumab. MAB to IL4 receptor. Also approved in asthma. Lots more drugs coming George Martin #RWCS2020 @RheumNow https://t.co/sJxfflJX5T
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Get JAKed about potential new Rx for atopic dermatitis- 3 early JAKi RCTs says Dr George Martin #RWCS2020 @RheumNow https://t.co/xMR2884fCt
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Atopic dermatitis has different drivers in age and ethnic groups but it is a Th2 disease. JAK1 is impressive and downstream cytokines. Itch is a big deal. Dr George Martin #RWCS2020 @RheumNow https://t.co/wK0pL8HXwt
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