Smoking cessation must be emphasized in SLE patients

Published On 2021-12-31 10:30 GMT   |   Update On 2021-12-31 10:30 GMT

According to a new study, smoking is connected with higher B cell-activating factor (BAFF) and decreased interferon (IFN-) levels, as well as an increased frequency of arthritis, migraine, and Raynaud's phenomenon in individuals with Sysytemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE).This study was conducted by Warren David Raymond and team, results of which were published in Lupus Science & Medicine on...

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According to a new study, smoking is connected with higher B cell-activating factor (BAFF) and decreased interferon (IFN-) levels, as well as an increased frequency of arthritis, migraine, and Raynaud's phenomenon in individuals with Sysytemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE).

This study was conducted by Warren David Raymond and team, results of which were published in Lupus Science & Medicine on 1st January, 2021.

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Why smoking cessation should be promoted in systemic lupus erythematosus patients? 

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