6 Bizarre Side Effects to Popular Drugs ( rare side effects )

  • Fingerprints completely disappear

    Xeloda is a drug used for the treatment of several different types of cancer. The Annals of Oncology (a medical journal) described a patients’ experience with Xeloda: “…The patient, only referred to as Mr. S, was taking the drug…Xeloda…The drug carries side effects such as chronic inflammation of the palms or soles of the feet. Known as hand-foot syndrome, it can result in peeling of the skin, bleeding and development of ulcers or blisters. It also causes the very odd and very rare side effect of making your fingerprints completely disappear…” The good news is that fingerprints return once the medication is stopped. link

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