Immunosuppresive meds and nursing

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I am currently in the process of applying to nursing school and I have always wanted to work in the emergency department.

However, several months ago I began taking imuran ( azathioprine) and remicade (Infliximab) both of these meds suppress the immune system and I wanted your input if being a nurse in the ED is a bad idea.

I will most likely remain on immunosuppresive therapy for the long term as other treatments for my condition have failed me.

Thanks!!

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Specializes in OR, Nursing Professional Development.

This really is something you should be discussing with your primary care provider or specialist.

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Specializes in Education, FP, LNC, Forensics, ED, OB.

Yes, as pointed out, this is medical advice that you need to seek from your healthcare provider. Good luck.

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