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Tag: Autoantibodies

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What Medications Can Give You a Positive ANA?

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3 min read
Up to 15% of completely healthy people have a positive antinuclear antibody (ANA) test, but certain drugs can also trigger this result [1.4.1]. Understanding what medications can give you a positive ANA is crucial for accurate diagnosis and avoiding unnecessary concern.

What medications cause a positive ANA?: A Guide to Drug-Induced Autoimmunity

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2 min read
Approximately 6–12% of all lupus cases in the United States are estimated to be drug-induced. This phenomenon raises an important question for patients and clinicians alike: **What medications cause a positive ANA?** The answer lies in understanding how certain drugs can trigger the immune system to produce autoantibodies, mimicking autoimmune conditions.