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Can Psoriatic Arthritis Lead To Hepatitis?
Question: I have psoriatic arthritis. Can that cause hepatatitis to surface? Also I am a recently retired RN who graduated a long time ago: :1969! My rheumatologist requested a routine blood test and I am concerned.
Brief Answer:
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Detailed Answer:
Hello,
If you are on a DMARD (Disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drug), it can produce an elevation of liver enzymes and hepatitis.
Concurrent use of NSAID, alcohol, NAFLD and diabetes increase the risk.
Dormant hepatitis B or C can flare up with the use of immunosuppressant medication.
Do get back to me if you have further queries.
Hope I have answered your query.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Noble Zachariah, Internal Medicine Specialist
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Detailed Answer:
Hello,
If you are on a DMARD (Disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drug), it can produce an elevation of liver enzymes and hepatitis.
Concurrent use of NSAID, alcohol, NAFLD and diabetes increase the risk.
Dormant hepatitis B or C can flare up with the use of immunosuppressant medication.
Do get back to me if you have further queries.
Hope I have answered your query.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Noble Zachariah, Internal Medicine Specialist
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