Is There Anyone Who've Used Injectables & Have Been Diagnosed With Cancer?
Hello all, I am starting this discussion on behalf of a community member.
This is what they ask: "I have a psa friend who was on humira, now cosentyx recently diagnosed with non-hodgkins lymphoma cancer. I wonder how many are under injectables who have been diagnosed with cancer? And could it be related? He’s only 27"
Does anyone have any experiences they'd be willing to share? Thank you!
We've had a few forum threads in the past share their experiences getting diagnosed with cancer that might be of interest to read through (though not specifically lymphoma). I hope more people in the community might be able to share if they feel comfortable, but here are a few: https://psoriatic-arthritis.com/forums/dealing-with-cancer-and-psa, https://psoriatic-arthritis.com/forums/relationship-psa-cancer, https://psoriatic-arthritis.com/forums/very-worried-about-the-future.
Additionally, here are 2 articles that might also be of interest (particularly the references): https://psoriatic-arthritis.com/clinical/long-term-safety-biologics & https://psoriatic-arthritis.com/related-conditions-risk. It does seem like research has shown that people with PsA are at increased risk for some types of cancer, specifically skin and lymphoma.
I also wanted to share that we have a sister community for people living with blood cancer: https://blood-cancer.com. If your friend has any interest or it might be another place for more information.
Thinking of you and your friend,
Minel (Team Member)Here is what one community member said via our private messages on Instagram: "I had Hodgkin's Lymphoma as a teenager. Although it's my understanding there is no known cause for that cancer, I believe it was from severe stress and depression. Over 20 years later I'm officially diagnosed with PsA. On 3rd injectable since diagnosis last year...no cancer has developed." Thank you for being willing to share your experiences with us 💕 Warmly, Minel (Team Member)
