Change in Diagnosis from LUPUS to MCTDI was diagnosed with Lupus in 2002. I began taking hydroxychloriquine. In 2010 I moved to another state, and the rheumatologist redid all my testing to make his own diagnosis...reactions3replies
SjogrensI have had lupus for 6 years which my rheumatologist assures me is sub cutaneous and is not systemic. In the last 6 month I have suffered from dry eyes...reactions1replyDiagnosis
Developing Lupus?My wife has had many odd issues over the last 20+ years. Always going to the doctor and getting referred to a specialist and never finding anything wrong. Then Her...reactions21repliesDiagnosis
Recovery After holidaysWhat are your recovery techniques after the holiday? What do you do to get back to a normal routine?...reactionsrepliesCopingTips & Advice
Swollen face and handsMy daughter has Lupus her face and hands or swollen she in pain all the time can you please help....reactions2replies
Invisible Disability DiscriminationFor those receiving SSDI benefits, what are your main symptoms and how severe are they? Have you dealt with others not believing you are disabled because when they see you...reactions70replies
What advice would you give a friend living with lupus?Everyone here knows what it means to live with a rheumatic condition. If you just learned your friend has lupus – newly diagnosed OR living with it for years –...reactions27repliesTips & AdviceFriends & Family
Mouth sores/ulcersOne of my most common symptoms of lupus is the mouth sores/ulcers. They appear everywhere in my mouth and last up to two weeks. They are extremely painful and nothing...reactions93repliesSoresSymptomsTreatment
Not looking for a diagnosis but does this look positive? Hi all, I am waiting to hear back from my Dr and want to stress I will be talking to a DR and not looking for a diagnosis but in...reactions1replyDiagnosis
Needing advice from those who have experienced itHello, my name is Brandi. I'm 41 years old and have had some sudden changes to my skin and several unexplained rashes in the past 3-4 years. I don't have...reactions1reply