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I have a rash and extreme itching on my forearms. Has anyone experienced anything like this? I'm not sure if it is something with my RA

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Picayune, MS
March 9, 2025
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A myRAteam Member

Mine never went away it, moved to my legs. Then when I did the 3 month trial of Humira it took it away.

March 9, 2025
myRAteam

Yes, many people with RA experience itching and rashes. This can happen for several reasons related to RA. Some people experience itchiness around their joints when inflammation occurs, while others may develop itching as a side effect of RA medications.

If you're taking medications for RA, particularly DMARDs like Show Full Answer

Yes, many people with RA experience itching and rashes. This can happen for several reasons related to RA. Some people experience itchiness around their joints when inflammation occurs, while others may develop itching as a side effect of RA medications.

If you're taking medications for RA, particularly DMARDs like methotrexate or pain medications like Tramadol, these could be triggering the itching and rash. Some myRAteam members have reported experiencing "unbearable" itching and rashes as medication side effects. In some cases, severe long-term RA can lead to a condition called rheumatoid vasculitis, which involves inflammation of blood vessels and can cause itchy skin. However, this is relatively rare.

It's important to contact your doctor about any new rashes or persistent itching. They can help determine if it's related to your RA, a medication side effect, or something else, and adjust your treatment plan accordingly.

March 9, 2025
A myRAteam Member

Thanks. I sent her a message on Friday but it was late so I'm sure she will call me tomorrow. I've been on the same RA meds for a while now so I don't think it's those.

March 9, 2025
A myRAteam Member

Ginger, you should definitely let your rheumatologist know. Honestly I had a rash on my forearm. They were under the skin. I got it about 20 years before I was diagnosed. My PCP actually took a biopsy and found out it was Granuloma Annulare. Come to find out years later it's from mixed connective tissue disorder. But it really can be from medication or something not even RA related. If it continues contact your doc. ❤️🙏🤞

March 9, 2025
A myRAteam Member

Anytime!

March 10, 2025

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