Are you getting random blisters all over your body? This is something others with RA have noticed too, and it can have a few possible connections to the condition or its treatments.
RA medications that suppress the immune system can sometimes make the body more vulnerable to skin reactions, including blisters and sores Show Full Answer
Are you getting random blisters all over your body? This is something others with RA have noticed too, and it can have a few possible connections to the condition or its treatments.
RA medications that suppress the immune system can sometimes make the body more vulnerable to skin reactions, including blisters and sores. Several myRAteam members have shared similar experiences, with one noting that immune suppression from medication caused blisters all around their mouth.
Here are some things worth knowing:
- Certain RA medications, like methotrexate, can affect how your body processes vitamin B, which may contribute to sores or skin reactions
- A folic acid (vitamin B) supplement is sometimes recommended alongside methotrexate to help with this
- A weakened immune system from RA or its treatments can make the skin more reactive
It's really important to bring this up with your rheumatologist or doctor, especially if the blisters are widespread. They can help figure out whether it's related to your medication, your RA itself, or something else that needs attention.
Don't ignore it — your care team needs to know so they can help!
August 3
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