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Help for a diagnosis I’ve been dealing with Lupus like symptoms for just over two years with my most recent flare kicking off in September. I’ve seen doctors and I still don’t have an...Reactions 0 reactions Comments1 repliesDiagnosisBrain FogButterfly Rash
My diagnosis 24 years agoMy diagnosis of Lupus 24 years ago wasn't easy at first. It all started in class during my senior year of high school. My government teacher saw I was fatigued...Reactions 0 reactions Comments4 repliesDiagnosisCoping
20 years with MS, now Lupus?? Anyone else have any experience with this???...Reactions 0 reactions Comments1 repliesDiagnosis
got my test resultsnow they are sending me to an endocrinologist. It may take awhile. I have no idea how to make out these results but it's all autoimmune and thyroid. Everything else...Reactions 0 reactions Comments1 repliesDiagnosis
Similar experiences of early lupus or other diseases?Hi all! I'll try to keep this brief. I'm just wondering if anyone else had a similar course and if so what your diagnosis was in the end! Abnormal testing...Reactions 0 reactions Comments8 repliesDiagnosisButterfly RashTips & Advice
What gifts would you want to receive? Learning of a new lupus diagnosis can feel overwhelming. Some friends and family may want to help show support, but not know how best to show up. What gifts would...Reactions 0 reactions Comments12 repliesDiagnosisCopingFriends & Family
Lupus and ebvI was diagnosed with lupus a few months ago. Starting having lots of dizziness, lightheaded, and blood pressure dropping. Went in for follow up and they did blood work to...Reactions 0 reactions Comments9 repliesDiagnosis