slapped cheek

[FlaringFascinator]

Hi, I work in a school, just been advised that there has been a case of slapped cheek. Immunocompromised staff have been advised to contact their GP. I’m on sulfasalazine for RA - anyone aware of this is anything for me to be concerned with? Immunosuppressive and immune compromised- are they the same? Tried googling it but no luck as yet. Thanks x

[Madmusiclover]

I wouldn’t hesitate to follow that up with a medic.

[FlaringFascinator in reply to Madmusiclover]

Thank you

[vonniesims]

Yes agree. It is catching so check with your Dr

[FlaringFascinator in reply to vonniesims]

Thank you

[Spanelmad]

Can be difficult to shift if you get it!! Speak to your Reaum nurse or gp

[FlaringFascinator in reply to Spanelmad]

Thank you

[Lolabridge]

Immunocompromised includes patients who are immune suppressed.

[FlaringFascinator in reply to Lolabridge]

Thank you

[Jimminey]

I have been on sulfasalazine (1500mg twice a day) for RA for 6 years and have an increased susceptibility to food poisoning and take longer to overcome infections. The best information that I have come across regarding the immunosuppressive effects of sulfasalazine was in 'Creaky Joints' in relation to Covid-19: creakyjoints.org/living-wit.... The link to 'The Lancet Rheumatology' is worth reading - the information is readily apparent amongst the jargon. But I have not come across any follow-up from the article - please let me know if you should.

[FlaringFascinator in reply to Jimminey]

Thank you.

[ruth_p]

I’ve never been told this and I’ve been teaching nearly 20 years!

[bpeal1]

The only time I was told to avoid children with Slapped Cheek was when I was pregnant but its worth checking with your rheumatology team as they know your specific situation.

[FlaringFascinator]

Thank you. I’ve spoken with Rheumy nurses and they say the risk is lower with sulfasalazine than it would be with other drugs, and I’m not in a constant space with the person.

[strongmouse]

Information about here. You will see that it is a virus infection - nhsinform.scot/illnesses-an....