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Anyone here with Anti-TIF-1γ Antibody-Positive Dermatomyositis?
Autoimmune Diseases | Last Active: Feb 16 2:16pm | Replies (27)Comment receiving replies
@sarahlee2 it’s a common protocol to do the TB testing before starting a new biologic drug. I’ve had to do it here as well (I’m from the UK but living in the US). They make me do it every time I switch to a new biologic too.
I didn’t have any serious issues with Rituximab, so I’m keeping my fingers crossed for no side effects for you either. If I remember correctly, I did my loading doses and then switched to every 6 months. Hoping you have no issues with the MTX either. Just don’t forget to take the folate with it as it helps tremendously with the side effects. Wishing you the very best with the upcoming treatment 😊
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@pm56
One more question- while on Rituximab or methotrexate, have you needed to avoid being around sick people because of the immunosuppression?
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@pm56
That's good to hear about the Rituximab. 🙂 It can be infused through a normal IV cannula, right? No need for a porta Cath?
Is it okay for me to ask what the uterine biopsy that you mentioned is for? That wasn't part of my oncology screening. They did do an ultrasound. I'm not sure how well it was done, since the sonographer did a trans abdominal ultrasound with my bladder totally empty, but hoping she didn't miss anything important.