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A member asked:

Seen a diff derm today and he suggested i take part in trial for enbrel (etanercept) as i'm on mtx the now and it's not that great for skin what's better?

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Not enough info.: What skin condition is being treated? If it is psoriasis then Enbrel (etanercept) is a very good choice.

Dr Parvez agreed

Answered 1/5/2019

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