Cutaneous lupus and covid19..... at risk??

[Mabel1234]

Hi, I’m slightly confused and would appreciate your thoughts please. I have cutaneous lupus which is regulated by taking hydroxychloroquine. Would I be considered in the high risk group?

[Sammymoat1986]

I’m concerned too as I’m on the same as you aswell as methotrexate it doesn’t state if we are high risk or not! Would love some answers

[happytulip in reply to Sammymoat1986]

If you are on immune suppression meds like MTX then you are, as I understand it. Scroll down, plenty of posts. Or check out the info on the Royal Society of Rheumatologists website.

There is some question as to whether Hydroxychlorquine may offer some protection against the virus. Take your time and look at the other posts.

[Mabel1234 in reply to happytulip]

Thanks x

[Mabel1234 in reply to Sammymoat1986]

Hopefully we will know more soon

[Cas70]

I believe so, as I have the same. However, there are some articles about Hydroxychloroquine and an HIV drug are being considered for treatment. Use your common sense about your safety,

[Mabel1234 in reply to Cas70]

Thanks Cas x will have to think about the possibility of self isolating then I guess - are you ?

[Cas70 in reply to Mabel1234]

Yes, I go out rarely and wear gloves that I throw away. My husband has COPD so I have to protect him as his sole carer. Amazing how you can adapt. I shop late at night but now have an on line account. We have a garden so I will start to do short bursts there. I sent for wool to knit and crochet, ordered books and will resume my attempt to learn Spanish ha ha - hardest part is keeping our spirits up as it was being able to see a movie or meet friends that kept me sane til now ... take care 🙄