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How bad is it to have a protein deficiency when i have ra ?

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Not good : With or without RA protein def is not a good thing optimizing nutrition in general is a very good idea get your vit d level checked.

Dr Lovell agreed

Answered 6/10/2014

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See below: Low protein can affect medications such Methotrexate which are protein bound and put you at risk for serious side effects.

Answered 6/28/2014

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