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What Causes Severe Mouth Ulcers, Blisters On Leg And Neck, And Hair Loss?

Hi, my mother had joint pains & the Orthopedic Doc suggested to undergo blood test to check for Arthritis or Rheumanthritis - after which in spite of the reports being negative suggested Folitrax 7.5mg once a day for 15 days & Folinoz 3 times a week for 45 days. As a result of this, just after taking 6 of the Folinoz tablet, she developed severe mouth ulcers, red bursting blisters on her leg,back & neck & falling hair too. From what ever litle we could get from a second opinion of another Doc he said these were anti cancerous drugs. Could you please tell me exactly what has caused these side effects?
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Hi,

Anti-cancer drugs cause these side effects as these drugs are not used for cancer but also for other diseases. Do not stop any of the drugs immediately, consult a rheumatologist. LFT, RFT and CBC tests are to be done. Physiotherapy and CST will be helpful.

Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Sunny Madar, General & Family Physician
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What Causes Severe Mouth Ulcers, Blisters On Leg And Neck, And Hair Loss?

Hi, Anti-cancer drugs cause these side effects as these drugs are not used for cancer but also for other diseases. Do not stop any of the drugs immediately, consult a rheumatologist. LFT, RFT and CBC tests are to be done. Physiotherapy and CST will be helpful. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Sunny Madar, General & Family Physician