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    Does Humira Cause Cancer

    Arthritis, colitis drugs do not raise cancer risk as much as feared

    October 02, 2008
    The rheumatoid arthritis and colitis drugs Remicade and Humira do not raise the risk of cancer as much as feared, researchers say. A study published in May said that the drugs tripled the risk of cancer and some infections. Now, researchers say that the risks are doubled, not tripled. The researchers also point out that the benefits of the drugs need to be taken into consideration by patients. These benefits may outweigh the cancer risks. Read more »
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    ...higher risk for developing arthritis, bronchitis, psoriasis, and pericarditis.The risk for small bowel cancer (a rare type of cancer) is greatly increased among patients with Crohns disease, and... Read more »
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