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Can you highlight your hair? Metho and Hydroxychoroquine are my meds.

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Helena, MT
June 3, 2023
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Members reassured someone asking whether they could safely highlight their hair while taking Methotrexate and Hydroxychloroquine, with several... Read more

Members reassured someone asking whether they could safely highlight their hair while taking Methotrexate and Hydroxychloroquine, with several sharing that they bleach and color their hair regularly without issues while on these or similar medications. Many members acknowledged experiencing some hair thinning from Methotrexate but found it manageable, with practical suggestions including asking a stylist to use gentler bleach products designed for cancer patients, taking vitamin D to support hair health, and consulting a doctor if concerns persist. A recurring theme was the importance of self-advocacy and open communication with both medical professionals and hairstylists to find safe, confidence-boosting solutions while managing RA.

A myRAteam Member

So, you’ve used this medication to treat your RA? I’m really grateful for your feedback. You’ve been an Angel.

June 14, 2023
A myRAteam Member

Thank you, ladies. I’m switching to Enbrel. Anyone have feedback on this?

June 14, 2023
A myRAteam Member

Thank YOU. Metho is causing my hair to thin? I don’t want anything else to happen if I highlight. Did you experience any loss or thinning? If, so. What did you do to combat it? THANK YOU, for your feedback. It’s appreciated

June 3, 2023
A myRAteam Member

Real quick. Are you taking meth and hydroxy? Just to be clear. You bleach and color? Thank YOU :)

June 3, 2023
A myRAteam Member

Thank YOU! I’d like to highlight. Meaning bleaching. I appreciate your feedback,

June 3, 2023

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