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Mark Borigini, M.D.

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posted 09/04/2007, comments (2)

Ask the Expert: Are There Any Diets You Can Recommend to Reduce the Symptoms of RA?

Question: In an effort to try to have control over something in my life, I've decided that maybe I will try changing my diet to improve the RA symptoms. The Humira is not doing what I thought it would... Are there any diets you can recommend to reduce the symptoms of RA, or the inflammation and flare-ups? Answer: The... Read more Chevron

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posted 08/30/2007, comments (10)

How do you like Rituxan, or Orencia, Actimra or Cimzia as a treatment for RA?

I have been on Remicade for 7 years now and it is no longer working for me. My doctor and I have been discussing switching to either Rituxan, Orencia (which can be done immediately) or short term Actimra or Cimzia. I am interested in hearing your experiences and thoughts about these new drugs.

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Mark Borigini, M.D.

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posted 07/02/2007, comments (0)

Does Nursing with Rheumatoid Arthritis Leave a Woman Nursing Rheumatoid Arthritis?

It is very common for a woman with rheumatoid arthritis to suffer a disease flare within three months of the delivery of the baby. Unfortunately, there is not a lot of data regarding the degree of absorption of rheumatoid arthritis drugs into breast milk. Also, there is not much data regarding the effect of such drugs on the nursing... Read more Chevron

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Christine Miller

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Infliximab (Remicade) Linked to Atherosclerosis

Over the past few years, studies have shown that people with rheumatoid arthritis and other rheumatic diseases have a higher risk of cardiovascular disease because of inflammation throughout the body. This can be compounded by lack of physical activity, since exercise and physical activity from household chores helps keep weight in check... Read more Chevron

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Mark Borigini, M.D.

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posted 05/21/2007, comment (1)

Rheumatoid Arthritis - New Therapies and Higher Costs

Rheumatoid arthritis is a chronic and progressive illness which has a large impact on those afflicted. The destruction of joints can result in disability, and the illness itself can result in a shorter life span. Untreated rheumatoid arthritis, therefore, has tremendous economic costs: (i) costs to society in time lost from the... Read more Chevron

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