Enbrel and hospital visit

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staceyh
staceyh Bots Posts: 20
edited 6. Jun 2009, 16:28 in Living with Arthritis archive
Hi, Im currently taking enbrel I am wondering if it is safe to visit a patient in hospital who has mrsa hospital says the mrsa is nothing to worry about and they actuall had it before they went in (so therefore have been in contact with them prior to this anyway) I cant find any info on this so if anyone knows I would bevery grateful or if you could advise me where to phone for advice
Thanks

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  • vonski
    vonski NonActiveMember5yrs Posts: 1,292
    edited 30. Nov -0001, 00:00
    Hi

    Sorry I can't offer any advice. I just wondered if you'd rung the ward your friend is on and spoken to a nurse on there. If not it might be worth a try.

    Love
    Vonski x
  • colinone
    colinone NonActiveMember5yrs Posts: 1,039
    edited 30. Nov -0001, 00:00
    Hi Stacey, When you are on these types of drugs your immune system is low and your body more susceptible to catching things. It may be a good idea if you do go to the hospital you make sure you follow the rules with mask and apron. You should contact the Rheumy nurse and ask them or talk to enbrel home care this is the phone number for them 0845 601 2816.
    Take Care
    Colin

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