It’s Pop Quiz Friday 8/31! Let’s see if you get it right!
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Treatment of this condition with IL-17 blockade has been shown to:
A) Increase the risk of Reversible Posterior Leukoencephalopathy Syndrome
B) Worsen pre-existing multiple sclerosis
C) increase risk for mucosal candidal infections
D) Cause hepatic fibrosis with long term use
To find out the correct answer and read the explanation click here. …
Treatment of this condition with IL-17 blockade has been shown to:
A) Increase the risk of Reversible Posterior Leukoencephalopathy Syndrome
B) Worsen pre-existing multiple sclerosis
C) increase risk for mucosal candidal infections
D) Cause hepatic fibrosis with long term use
To find out the correct answer and read the explanation click here. … Continue reading "It’s Pop Quiz Friday 8/31! Let’s see if you get it right!"
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