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COVID-19 and Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) Essential Updates
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This started after I started taking hydroxychloroquine. My doctor says it’s not caused by the medication and it’s caused by the disease
I now have a very low WBC as well which my Rheumatologist monitors closely with regular bloodwork. He said it may be my new normal which unfortunately means I now have a much weaker immune system. We all have to live our lives & not live in a bubble, but I do try to avoid large groups, anyone who is sick, & I work from home now as well to avoid exposure to too much cooties. Even with all of that I still got COVID last month after being vaccinated 4 times. Fortunately I recovered quickly, but it is super frustrating & makes me nervous. I was told it was due to the disease. I also now have very low Vit D & potassium & have to take supplements.
It's important to take any changes in blood counts seriously and continue monitoring them with your healthcare team. While your doctor has indicated this is related to RA rather than hydroxychloroquine, it's crucial to keep track of any other symptoms you may experience alongside lower white blood cell counts.
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