All of us with RA get those warnings because it is endemic to the immunosuppressant class of drugs whether that is Humira or Enbrel or one of the infused drugs like Remicade.

To manage the pain and joint deformity we live with risk of other health issues.

So… I avoid large crowds such as concerts. I wear masks in places such as planes and in Church. I wash my hands frequently. I buy my groceries on Tuesday morning or at night when fewer people are in the store. I always wear masks in a hospital or Doctor office (lots of sick people in there 🙄).

When most people get a bronchial infection, they just power through it, with or without antibiotics. When we get it, we have to be urgent and intentional about conquering it. Otherwise we could end up in a hospital with pneumonia.

So it shouldn't control your life. But a healthy mission to avoid infection is smart.

I used to be on Humira and had an awesome response. Will you also be on methotrexate?