Humira and sensitivity to the sun...

[ChefShazzy]

Hey Humirites...

Last summer was my first summer on Humira. I noticed last summer, I got sunburnt more easily. I was very good about wearing sunscreen when I noticed the extra sensitivity. Prednisone also made me really sensitive to the sun, btw.

We've had a few really sunny days recently, and I've spent a lot of time out in the sun. Well, the areas exposed to the sun (arms and face) have broken out into a very sensitive, prickly-feeling rash. It's very uncomfortable.

I'm sure it can be a possible side effect of the Humira - wondering how many of you experience it. ...And, I've learned my lesson and will be wearing sunscreen from now on!

 

[SpaceWindchime]

This will be my first summer on Humira and it just started getting sunny out. So thanks! Now I know to slather sunscreen on every time I go out

 

[beth]

I've not experienced that. Have you mentioned it to the consultant that prescribed it? it could be a nasty and complicated side effect that you really don't want to let continue.