Hi, I was diagnosed with seronegative RA in March and just started sulphasalazine, been on it almost 4 weeks now but last week my glands in my throat swelled so went to docs and he took swabs and diagnosed tonsillitis, couple of days later started with rash that I thought was sun sensitivity (had that before) however, the Doc says it is down to the bug in my throat, I don't think it is, any advice?
Thanks,
Sarah
Hi Sarah, I had a similar experience with Sulphasalazine, didn't have the sore throat but came out in a blotchy non itchy rash after about 3 weeks of taking it. My doctor couldn't decide if it was a drug reaction or prickly heat ( not suffered before) it was confirmed by my rheumatologist that it was an allergic reaction and I was taken off it. Might be worth ringing your helpline/Rheumatologist for some advise and taking a pic of the rash...if you still have it! Best wishes and hope you feel better soon
Thanks Kiki, I will phone rheumy nurse tomorrow, going on holiday on Friday so want to try and get it sorted by then!
Your welcome
Have a good holiday!