Hot flushes in rheumatoid arthritis (RA) can occur due to several reasons. RA-related inflammation may affect the brain's temperature regulation, and some medications like prednisone or methotrexate can cause hot flashes as side effects. Additionally, autonomic dysfunction, common in RA, can disrupt body temperature Show Full Answer

Hot flushes in rheumatoid arthritis (RA) can occur due to several reasons. RA-related inflammation may affect the brain's temperature regulation, and some medications like prednisone or methotrexate can cause hot flashes as side effects. Additionally, autonomic dysfunction, common in RA, can disrupt body temperature control. It's best to discuss these symptoms with your doctor to explore potential causes and management strategies.

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