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I was recently diagnosed with seronegative RA and should be starting hyrimoz next week. I sing in church choir but took a few months off while going through medical testing. I am concerned that the medication reduces immune response and I will need to stay masked around others.
I wear one in large groups, hospitals, doctor’s offices, airports, airplanes, etc… If people are coughing and seem sick, I wear a mask. People have differing opinions. See what works for you. 🙂
Yes, especially during cold and flu season or if you know that someone is actively sick.
I do at church service or going into stores. Just recently I didn’t and someone was coughing in the store. I ended up with RSV.
When I feel good and I can stay away from people, I just sanitize my hands and don’t touch my face.
By the way, that was the first and only time I got sick. I don’t always wear the mask but carry one with me if I feel compromised. Like if one of your choir members has been sick.
Will wearing a mask be necessary after starting biologics around large groups?
Starting a biologic like Hyrimoz does increase your risk for infections because these medications suppress parts of your immune system. While masking isn't always required, it's a smart precaution, especially in crowded indoor settings like Show Full Answer
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