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What Are The Risks On Foetus ,if The Partner Is Treated For Psoriasis ?
I am 1973 born and am thinking of a second pregnancy. my husband was on Tab. methotrexate for psoriasis (only on Sat and Sun). would like to know what are the risks on the foetus, gynaecologist says to stop the tablet for 3mths and then try conception.
Mon, 2 Feb 2015
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I have gone through your question and I understood your problem.
These methotrexate tablets can produce abnormal sperms and so they can indirectly affect the fetus causing various abnormalities. So I will suggest you to follow your doctors advice.
I hope my answer was helpful for you . Dont forget to close the discussion.Thank you.
DR . RAKESH HASABE
I have gone through your question and I understood your problem.
These methotrexate tablets can produce abnormal sperms and so they can indirectly affect the fetus causing various abnormalities. So I will suggest you to follow your doctors advice.
I hope my answer was helpful for you . Dont forget to close the discussion.Thank you.
DR . RAKESH HASABE
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