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Had my first infusion of simponi aria last Friday. My gum is getting irritated and inflamed a couple of days ago despite my thorough dental hygiene practice ( flossing & mouth wash after each meal besides 2x brushing/d). Is it normal rxn for people taking biologics ( w/ suppressed immunity)? Should I contact my rheumatologist or dentist? Need some antibiotics? Thanks

March 6, 2020
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A myRAteam Member

It was inside my mouth, like a sore. Dr. increased the Folic Acid to x2 and it cleared up. Since fusion and RA diagnose, I have been prescribed Vit D x2,Vit B,B-12,Calcium,Ascorbic Acid. On MTX1 1/2 yrs, try to not take Prednisone unless it's a bad flare. Also take Cortisone shots for OA and RA. Hard to pick which joint to do sometimes. Got to wait 3 mos in between picks. A lot but I think It helps.

March 6, 2020
A myRAteam Member

I would contact your rheumatologist. I’m on methotrexate and one time experienced a sore in my nose. She increased my folic acid and that took care of it

March 6, 2020
A myRAteam Member

Yes the last year I have had gum inflammation. I went 22 years without this issue now it has become an issue. My front 4 teeth become very loose on somedays., Ive been on xlganz 4 years. I also got severe pain when I bump a toe. It is bizarre

December 25, 2021
A myRAteam Member

Hi I’m getting infusion of Remicade have not experienced anything like that. Although on Enbrel I had headaches awhile and white soars in my mouth every so often. I would mention it to your RA hopefully they are proactive with you as we all know everyone is different. Be well my friend

March 6, 2020

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