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Can sjgren's syndrome or any autoimmune illness be treated with iv infusions ?

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Dr. Corey Clay answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

Yes: Rituximab is a common iv infusion used to treat autoinflammatory diseases

Answered 5/3/2015

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