A 23-year-old member asked:
i have ra and am on mtx, could it be causing me extreme sun sensativity?
2 doctor answers • 2 doctors weighed in
Dr. Betty Keller answered
Rheumatology 35 years experience
Yes: Yes mtx can cause an increase sun sensitivity.
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Dr. Michael Laccheo answered
Rheumatology 15 years experience
Yes: This is a known potential side effect of methotrexate. Sun avoidance and use of sunscreen is recommended in this situation. It is also important to make sure this is due to the sun and not an allergic reaction or vasculitis. You should discuss with your doctor. http://www.rheumatology.org/practice/clinical/patients/medications/methotrexate.asp.
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