Does anyone experience itchy armpits? I have a friend who also has RA and says there is a name for it and it can be severe.

[MFrancis227]

RA and itching

[AgedCrone]

Has. He/She tried changing deodorant ?

[Hidden]

I was going to say only if I use deodorants!

[MFrancis227 in reply to Hidden]

Thanks Bunty62. Maybe since the onset of RA my body developed an allergy to my deodorant. It’s possible, right?

[Hidden in reply to MFrancis227]

Possibly. I have certainly developed all sorts of allergies I didn't have before onset of inflammatory issues. Dove deodorant was particularly bad for me. I just don't use deodarant at all these days.

I have psoriasis too so tend to avoid all chemicals when possible. Certain washing powders set me off, plus household cleaning stuff. Non of which bothered me previously.

[MFrancis227 in reply to Hidden]

Thanks, I appreciate your comments. 😊👍🏾

[Dobcross1]

To be honest, I have itchy everything at the moment! Dont know whether it's the RD or medication but driving me nuts. Sorry, I know this is no use.

[MFrancis227 in reply to Dobcross1]

Thanks for your response. I know mine is not due to medication because it started at the onset of RA before I was diagnosed and started treatment. I guess this is just one more thing we have to endure.

[MFrancis227 in reply to Dobcross1]

No worries, thanks for responding.

[charisma]

Hi MFrancis227

I get itching with MTX but also have prescriptions for antihistamine that helps.

However, fungal infections of the skin folds (armpits, groin, beneath breasts) can occur, especially in humid conditions or with obesity.

My armpits itch after shaving them since RA began. Something soothing applied might help if due to RA/drugs.

But best ask GP/RA helpline.

[MFrancis227 in reply to charisma]

I forgot to mention that I have RA and experience itchy armpits as well as a friend who has the same experience, but more severe. It never bothered me until the onset of RA. Thanks for your response.

[mille]

I use dove roll on deodorant as safer than sprays. Funnily I have no hair under my armpits anymore and not sure why. I had inflammation and itch under one arm a while ago and bought some cream from the pharmacy at boots and it took the redness and irritation away almost instantly. x