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What are those tumor necrosis factor-alpha blockers?

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Tnf blocker: Tumor necrosis factor (tnf) promotes the inflammatory response and is increased in autoimmune disorders such as rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, crohn's disease, psoriasis and hidradenitis suppurativa. The various tnf blockers help treat these conditions.

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