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Can RA Vasculitis Go Into Remission If Interstitial Lung Disease Develops?

A myRAteam Member asked a question 💭
Essex, CA

I have long term RA - over 20 years - and have recently developed ILD. was using Rituxan for vasculitis and now have lung disease but RA symptoms seem
to not be troubling. any connections. thx

March 19, 2024
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A myRAteam Member

Can ILD cause some remission of RA?

March 21, 2024
A myRAteam Member

Hi Joan,
I don't think the Rituxan should be causing issues with your lungs.
I've had RA and pSA for over 30 years. I've had ILD for about 10 years and have been on Rituxan for about 5 years. I was put on it because my cornea melted and Rituxan works well for ocular issues, RA, pSA and doesn't damage the lungs.

March 20, 2024
A myRAteam Member

Hope it is temporary! .glad you recovered from pneumonia.

March 19, 2024
A myRAteam Member

I’m on Remicade and recently had pneumonia, since I recovered my right lung has been painful when I sneeze or breathe in deeply. Have anyone had these symptoms?

March 19, 2024 (edited)

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