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Why Does Some RA Patients Develop A Red, Itchy, Achy 6inch Wide Hive Rash... Surrounding The Skin Area Of The Humira Pen Injection??

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Johannesburg, ZA
July 2, 2024
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Some RA patients may develop a red, itchy, achy rash around the injection site of Humira (a TNF inhibitor) due to the following reasons:

- Injection Site Reactions: These are common and usually mild, including redness, itching, pain, swelling, bleeding, or bruising at the site of injection. These reactions typically clear Show Full Answer

Some RA patients may develop a red, itchy, achy rash around the injection site of Humira (a TNF inhibitor) due to the following reasons:

- Injection Site Reactions: These are common and usually mild, including redness, itching, pain, swelling, bleeding, or bruising at the site of injection. These reactions typically clear up in a few days.
- Allergic Reactions: There is a rare but real chance of an allergic-type reaction from RA medications, which can appear within 12-24 hours of the injection and may require immediate medical attention.

If you experience such symptoms, it's important to contact your doctor immediately.

July 2, 2024
A myRAteam Member

I have anti histamines leading upto injection day. Less swelling but still have bruising and sometimes bleeds.

July 3, 2024
A myRAteam Member

When I took the humira pen, it every once in awhile would get a little red and bleed a little. I also would take an antihistamine before.

July 3, 2024
A myRAteam Member

Hi Anita thanks for your reply. What anti histamine do you take?... is it natural/homeopathic meds

July 4, 2024

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