by telrheum | Jun 25, 2024 | Hydroxychloroquine, Fatty Liver Disease, Rheumatoid Arthritis
Background: Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic autoimmune disease that affects the joints and can lead to various other health issues. Previous research has indicated a high prevalence of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) in RA patients. There’s a...
by telrheum | May 17, 2024 | Hydroxychloroquine, Autoimmune Diseases
The article titled “The Prevalence and Risk Factors of Retinal Toxicity Associated with Long-term Hydroxychloroquine Use” by Sophie Do and colleagues from Kaiser SCAL, Fontana, CA, explores the eye-related side effects of hydroxychloroquine (HCQ), a...
by telrheum | Apr 21, 2024 | Lupus, Hydroxychloroquine
The study discussed in the article focuses on the prevalence and risk factors associated with retinal toxicity in patients using hydroxychloroquine (HCQ) for over five years, primarily for autoimmune diseases. This medication is generally safe but has been linked to...
