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Rheumatology - ABIM
Rheumatoid arthritis
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Initial treatment of rheumatoid arthritis | Methotrexate and folic acid |
| How to treat exacerbation of rheumatoid arthritis in patient already on methotrexate | Add Prednisone for the flare and then eternacept |
| How to treat exacerbation of rheumatoid arthritis in patient already on methotrexate and Eternacept | Add rituximab |
| How do you know there is a rheumatoid arthritis flare | Increased in ESR and presence of synovitis |
| What is the appropriate period of time before increasing treatment for rheumatoid arthritis | Should intensify treatment if 8 to 12 weeks with persistent synovitis |
| What rheumatoid arthritis medication causes increased lipids, diverticular rupture, and oral contraceptive failure? | Tocilizumab |
| What rheumatoid arthritis medication causes increased lipids one month after initiation, an increase in white blood cell count followed by decrease, anemia, elevated LFTs | Tofacitinib |
| What type of arthritis affects hands at the DIP and the CMC? |