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Am I high risk please can you clarify

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lou50779
lou50779

I am 54years old and work in education secondary school. I take 22.5mg inj of methotrexate weekly am I high risk and need to shield myself.

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  • scott59075
    scott59075 lou50779

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    Using methotrexate does place you in a higher risk category since it suppresses your immune system. Depending on the disease you are taking it for, you could also be in a higher risk second category if it includes a lung component.

  • Sherrylm
    Sherrylm lou50779

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    Yes you're in the 'at risk' group, your immune system is compromised so you should be self-isolating for 12 weeks, or if you have to go out, make sure you practice social distancing, as pet NHS guidelines.

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