Sun Sensitivity

[karleesgranny]

I didn't use to be sun sensitive but about 4 years ago I broke out into a rash on my arms and legs it itched like crazy...... went to the ER and they checked my esr was 37 they ask me did I have lupus I told them I had been dx ed with ra but had a positive ana anyway they have me a steroid shot and sent me home well after my rash cleared up I started to get there brown spots on my arms well now they almost cover the tops of my fore arms and I noticed it starting on my chest last summer...... its not pretty at all and I hate it!!!!!! I am 43and I look like I am 70 with all these brown spots and they are not getting better so I am now forced to wear sunscreen and sit in the shade thanks to the effects the sun has on me now......fatigue, red skin burning face etc.....

[JannaLee]

I have the stupid brown spots too, and hate them so much!

[Patze]

Same with me, and those little brown spots keep multiplying too!  Dang, which they'd quit it already!

Do you all get them in area's that are not exposed to the sunlight?  I know I do, it's odd.


Patze

[karleesgranny]

Right now mine are just where the sun hits me the most......I hope they stop there I feel like a spotted cow or something!!!!!!! I really really really hate the spots !!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Oh yeah did I mentions I hate the spots!!!!!!!

[Patze]

Nope Karleesgranny, now don't hold back on your hatred of the brown spots!   Just teasing, but I understand how you feel....


Patze

[JannaLee]

Mine are on my chest, forearms and hands.  Sure would love if they would only appear where the sun doesn't shine instead of the skin I show the world!

Janna

[Patze]

Janna,

You want some of my hidden ones?  They're free to a good home!


Patze

[JannaLee]

Lol!  Darling Patze, I would take them from you if I could, my dear!

Loving you so much!

[seansmom]

I was wondering if my increase in symptoms lately was due to the sun.
I think I found my answer.  We have been having some beautiful
weather lately and I love being out in the sun, but I guess I can't be.
And I think that is what sent me into a major flare last summer.

This is my first post, but I have been watching/reading for months.

[JannaLee]

Well Hi Sean's Mom!!

It's lovely to meet you and welcome to the forum!

You are most likely correct that the sun caused your flares.  Apparently there is some sort of cellular reaction to UV rays that can really trigger advancement of AutoImmune disease.

If you are feeling up to it, feel free to start your own thread to introduce yourself.  I can vouch for the folks on this site, I've belonged for a couple years and found without exception supportive and comforting replies to my remarks.  The folks here are extremely kind and of the highest caliber!

Sincerely,
Janna

[Joe S.]

Dewe,
I have a similar issue with the sun. I have not found a solution, yet. SPF 30 Clothing, and sunblocking hats. UV blocking windows. Central Air on high. Currently dropping meds to see if that is the problem. Multiple Dr appointments also.