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Do itching flares that last up to 10 minutes and only on the upper part side of both arms from the shoulder ball down to the wrist and bruis

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Billings, MT
April 11
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I have had my thighs itch. I scratched until I had huge bruises. Don't be like I was. Get something to control the itch. I wish I had done that instead of making it worse. Good luck.

April 11
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Are short itching episodes on your upper arms related to RA flares?

Itching and burning skin are commonly reported symptoms by people with RA, often related to either the condition itself or RA treatments. Many members experience this annoying symptom, which can affect sleep and concentration.

However, the specific Show Full Answer

Are short itching episodes on your upper arms related to RA flares?

Itching and burning skin are commonly reported symptoms by people with RA, often related to either the condition itself or RA treatments. Many members experience this annoying symptom, which can affect sleep and concentration.

However, the specific pattern you're describing—brief 10-minute episodes isolated to both upper arms—is somewhat unusual for typical RA flares. RA flares generally involve:

- Joint pain, stiffness, and swelling
- Fatigue
- Symptoms lasting hours, days, or even weeks
- Multiple areas of the body affected

What you should do:

It's important to discuss these symptoms with your rheumatologist, especially since they're localized to a specific area and have a brief duration. They can help determine if this is related to your RA, a medication side effect, or something else entirely.

If you're also noticing bruising in the same areas, definitely mention this to your doctor as well, as it could provide important clues about what's happening.

April 11

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