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Started Humira, Got Severe Psoriasis On Hands, Red And Itchy, Feet Also Infected. Is Humira Causing This ?
Started Humira three months ago, got severe psorisis on my hands. I have poriatic arthritis , so have had before, but this is worse. My skin keeps peeling off, is extremely red, itchy, and hurts. Just seems different. Also noticed my feet are starting to become involved. Quit taking Humira about a month ago, but need it for joint pain. Should I wait till this clears up, or is the Humana causing it? I am on clobestol (sp?) cream.
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Hi ,
Thanks for the details.
Humira is a biological drug for psoriasis.It will not cause psoriasis or itching.
You can continue Humira. Also liberal use of moisturizer will helps.You can continue clobetasol over thick lesions of psoriasis.
Hope this helps.
Regards
DrSudarshan
Thanks for the details.
Humira is a biological drug for psoriasis.It will not cause psoriasis or itching.
You can continue Humira. Also liberal use of moisturizer will helps.You can continue clobetasol over thick lesions of psoriasis.
Hope this helps.
Regards
DrSudarshan
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