Multiple autoimmune diagnosis
I have psa arthritis. I was recently diagnosed with lupus. Can you take one biological that works for both? Is it possible to be prescribed 2 biological at the same time? Thank you!
, Thanks for your question. You are definitely not the only person in our community living with both lupus and psa arthritis! Unfortunately, this is a complicated question to answer. I would highly suggest speaking with your doctor about your treatment plan. Everyone's body is different and reacts uniquely to various treatment plans. That being said, this article explains biologic treatment options for lupus: https://lupus.net/medications/biologics. As of now the only two biologic treatments approved to treat lupus are Saphnelo and Benlysta. Neither of those medication brands are used to treat psa arthritis. Also, this article has some tips from community members of things they wish they new when they were newly diagnosed: https://lupus.net/living/newly-diagnosed-tips. I hope this helps!
Gabby (team member)
I was going to try the Benlysta or Saphnelo, but was told it wasn't a good idea with this blood cancer I was diagnosed with 3+ years ago. So I canceled, then my Rheumatologist passed unexpectedly and now waiting for an appointment with a new Rheumatologist (6months), couple weeks yet to wait. I'm hoping we'll have this conversation and be able to work something out. I'm just Soo tired of being Soo tired and painful daily. Sometimes the pain meds work sometimes they don't touch the pain at all. Sometimes Tylenol helps other time won't touch it...I just want to have more better days than not. Anyone else have this and did either of those drugs help? 
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I'm sure your upcoming rheumatologist appointment couldn't come soon enough. I am sending positive thoughts that you will find some treatment options and much-needed relief.
Please update us when you get a chance.
My best, Doreen (Team Member)
Thank for your timely response! I started Orencia yesterday. I was informed there is 1 non biological I can try for lupus. I also found out I am far from over for getting an actual diagnosis. Just Ana antibodies present. Thank you again!
, Of course! Keep us in the loop and let us know if you have any other questions or concerns that pop up along your journey!
Gabby (team member)
I have AS, RA and SLE. I have gotten Benlysta infusions for about 8 years. My dr tells me we can’t treat the others at the same time. Just trying pain management stuff.
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Thank you for sharing.
So many in this community can relate to the difficult struggle of pain management.
It's good to hear you and your doctor are on the same page.
All my best as you continue to find the right balance, Doreen (Team Member)Yes. I am getting some relief. I have tried meds I can’t tolerate. I am actually on the same med now that I have taken for years with an adjusted dose.
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