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October 30, 2023
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Members explored the mystery of post-shower welts and itching, with theories ranging from aquagenic urticaria (a rare water allergy) to... Read more

Members explored the mystery of post-shower welts and itching, with theories ranging from aquagenic urticaria (a rare water allergy) to COVID-19 rash, medication side effects, and RA-related immune system changes. Several members shared practical advice, including taking photos of rashes before they fade to show doctors, using steroid creams or cool baths for relief, avoiding hot water that strips natural skin oils, and considering whether RA treatments may be causing the body to react differently to everyday triggers. A recurring theme was the frustration of sudden, unexplained skin reactions and the importance of ruling out medication side effects or autoimmune-related causes with medical providers.

A myRAteam Member

I have heard of people being allergic to πŸ’§ water. It's a rare condition called aquagenic urticaria/where skin content with water causes itchy, red hives or swelling. Severe cases it can cause wheezing or shortness of breath.

October 30, 2023
A myRAteam Member

Hello Lalita! That's what happen to me/and also a rash do to this I went to my medical Dr/was diagnosed for the first time with COVID-19 rash.

October 30, 2023 (edited)
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A myRAteam Member

πŸ‘ Yes, when you see the rash take a picture before it fades away so you can show it to your skin Dr or you RA dr. So you can know if it's a side-effects for your medication or due to body heat rash.

October 30, 2023 (edited)
A myRAteam Member

Maybe due to RA treatment/is a autoimmune drug. Due to all the treatment it may cause your body react to things different then in the past. I can't no longer drink milk or eat eggs.

October 30, 2023
A myRAteam Member

Try not using alot of hot water, taking a hot shower removes the oil you have on your skin and that will make you itch

October 31, 2023

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