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Surgery while on immunosuppressive drug
I have been suffering from active vitiligo for many years.currently on immunosuppressive medicine Tofatas 5mg twice a day(Monday-saturday every week). Recently I have injured my shoulder and it needs surgery to fix this. I am worried how the immunosuppressive drug will impact surgery outcome and healing process. Please advise on this .
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You can stop it...can be replaced by topical cream... for detailed prescription do direct online consultation with photos
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It depends on the dosage of immunosuppression. Tofatas gets cleared from your system very quickly... You can stop medicine for a week or so before surgery.. and it would affect the surgical healing.. even if u get operated when on tofatas 5mg it's not a big deal.. the delay in healing would be very insignificant .. don't be concerned
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consult your treating physician or a rheumatologist for more specific advice
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Dr. Rajesh L Pathi
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9 yrs exp
Bangalore
Take consultantion and discuss in detail
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Dr. Arpita
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14 yrs exp
Ahmedabad
No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required..
Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription & guidance.,
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Dr. Shivanu Mathon
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Ludhiana
consult online
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