Hydroxychloroquine Explained: Benefits, Safety, and Misconceptions | Dr. Clifford Stermer

Описание: In this video, Dr. Clifford Stermer from One Rheumatology explains hydroxychloroquine, one of the most widely used medications in rheumatology. Originally developed to treat malaria, hydroxychloroquine is now a cornerstone therapy for lupus, inflammatory arthritis, and several autoimmune conditions.

You’ll learn:

Why hydroxychloroquine is considered a disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drug (DMARD)

How it helps with joint pain, swelling, rashes, mouth ulcers, and hives

Why it’s used for antihistamine-resistant urticaria

Its important role in pregnancy, especially for women with lupus or autoimmune conditions

A small study showing potential benefit for pregnancy outcomes in Hashimoto’s

Why it’s considered safe, including during pregnancy

Why patients need annual eye exams to monitor for rare retinal toxicity

Dr. Stermer also addresses why hydroxychloroquine received mixed attention during the COVID-19 era, and what patients should actually know about its proven uses.

This video is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always talk to your doctor before starting or stopping any medication.

Have questions about hydroxychloroquine or autoimmune treatment? Leave them in the comments below!