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Will The Pet In My House Cause Harm To My Brother As He Is Having Stage 111 Colorectal Cancer?

My niece moved back into my brother s house. She brought her pet sugar glider with her. My brother has Stage III colorectal cancer and is currently receiving treatment for it. I am wondering if her pet will harm his already comprimised immune system.
Mon, 7 Apr 2014
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yes it is better to avoid pets nearby patient, as he can get susceptible infection from the pet. he will have compromised immune system and apart from it, he should avoid crowded gatherings.
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Will The Pet In My House Cause Harm To My Brother As He Is Having Stage 111 Colorectal Cancer?

yes it is better to avoid pets nearby patient, as he can get susceptible infection from the pet. he will have compromised immune system and apart from it, he should avoid crowded gatherings.