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...Reactions0reactionsComments3 replies
When to go to the ER.... I have been in a flare for awhile now... I have pain in my back, urine test show blood in my urine, fatigue, chest pain here and there, nausea, bowls...Reactions0reactionsComments24 repliesDiagnosisSymptomsTreatment
Chest Tightness from Sun ExposureAnyone else experience chest pains and difficulty breathing when exposed to sunlight? Another thing I noticed is that even if I'm indoors, during the Sun's peak hours between 10 am...Reactions0reactionsComments27 repliesAnxietyFatigueSun Sensitivity
Undiagnosed and meeting with primary care. Feeling nervous.Hello. I have had odd symptoms on and off over the years but recently I put them all together and now wonder if it could be lupus. I'm hitting many...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesSymptomsDiagnosisJoint Pain
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...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesDiagnosis
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...Reactions0reactionsComments21 repliesDiagnosis
Recovery After holidaysWhat are your recovery techniques after the holiday? What do you do to get back to a normal routine?...Reactions0reactionsComments0 repliesCopingTips & Advice
Too long to tell..a very difficult diseaseThe madness of systemic lupus is incredibly complicated....Reactions0reactionsComments3 replies
Swollen face and handsMy daughter has Lupus her face and hands or swollen she in pain all the time can you please help....Reactions0reactionsComments2 replies
Traveling with LupusThe holidays can be a time of fun, but can also be physically and mentally exhausting. Not all folks living with a chronic health condition are able to safely travel...Reactions0reactionsComments8 repliesTravelTips & Advice