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A member asked:

I have chrons & i've been using humira (adalimumab) for about 18 months now. my dr wants me to stop, i don't think im in remission. immunotherapy worth considering?

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Humira (adalimumab) is immunother: Humira (adalimumab) is immunotherapy. That is a broad term. What specifically do you have in mind?

Answered 10/4/2016

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Dr. Arthur Heller answered

Specializes in Gastroenterology

Why stop: Poor response? Adverse effects? On other meds to maintain remission? Extent of disease? Last evaluation re: remission?

Answered 2/10/2016

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