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A 23-year-old male asked:

I am a male myasthenia gravis patient. i am soon getting married. i was on azathioprine med. now my doctor switched me to cellcept because he said cellcept is safe for baby making. but google is saying the opposite. can you guide me? if its safe?

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Dr. Amrita Dosanjh
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Pediatrics and Pediatric Pulmonology 37 years experience
Rituximab: Your OB physician will make recommendations, in coordination with your specialist. Discuss Rituximab. If you have an early ultrasound, this will provide information about the health of the baby A pulmonology evaluation may be ordered after birth
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