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When it comes to personal experiences with blood donation and psoriasis, there isn't strong evidence suggesting donation makes psoriasis better or worse. A MyPsoriasisTeam member shared that they donate while on Humira, noting the center sometimes needs to call the blood bank to Show Full Answer
Great questions! Let's tackle both parts.
When it comes to personal experiences with blood donation and psoriasis, there isn't strong evidence suggesting donation makes psoriasis better or worse. A MyPsoriasisTeam member shared that they donate while on Humira, noting the center sometimes needs to call the blood bank to verify the medication, but they're always approved.
So it seems like for most people, donating doesn't noticeably impact their psoriasis either way. Now, about acitretin — this one is important. If you are currently taking acitretin, you cannot donate blood or plasma. Here's what to know:
- You must stop taking acitretin and then wait 3 years before donating
- If you've ever taken etretinate (Tegison), donation is permanently off the table
- Acitretin stays in the bloodstream long after stopping, which is why the waiting period is so long
It's always worth checking with the donation center directly, as rules can vary by location.
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