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Date: 16.11.2016
From: lucy

Subject: Rituximab and Live vaccine

I'm due to have ny infusion tomorrow and today my little grand daughter was given a live MMR jab. I know if you are on Rituximab and other biologic drugs you are not allowed Live vaccines. I remember reading something about staying away from people that have been given them but I can't find anything to say how long for and if it really is necessary.
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Date: 17.11.2016
From: Colin W

Subject: Re: Rituximab and Live vaccine

lucy , its chicken pox & shingles to stay away from , gl with the infusion , I am starting to miss mine
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Date: 17.11.2016
From: lucy

Subject: Re: Rituximab and Live vaccine

Thanks Colin, I asked at hospital today and they said it should be fine to be around her.

Has you leg ulcer cleared up yet?

I have been told I no longer need to get my blood checked before infusion as they know more about it now and they can check blood during infusion, it makes life a little bit easier not going for so many blood tests. Not sure if all hospitals are doing this yet.

Hope you manage to get your infusion soon x
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