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...Reactions0reactionsComments12 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...Reactions0reactionsComments9 repliesDiagnosis
Positive lupus anticoagulant I just got a positive lupus anticoagulant test results. I see hematology next month. Does anyone else test positive for that?...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesDiagnosis
Pre lupusI went to the doctor and they did blood work and my ana was postive for lupus some of my blood work didnt show all signs. Im confused don't understand...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesDiagnosisBrain Fog
Avise Blood PanelHi, I am brand new here and wanted to get your thoughts on this. I am 42 and I've been having bilateral joint pain, muscle pain, and neuropathy in both...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesJoint PainTips & AdviceDiagnosis
How do I talk to my rheumatologist?Hi! I'm a new member and have, over the past few years been diagnosed with PsA, Ankylosing Spondylitis, Raynaulds, Asthma, and SVT. And I use to have a spot on...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesHealthcare TeamDiagnosis
Lupus diagnosis I looked back on my medical diagnosis over the years and individually each diagnosis culminates to a final diagnosis of Lupus and I wonder why Dr. weren’t able to give...Reactions0reactionsComments5 repliesDiagnosis
Assistance with ANA test resultsI have been having symptoms of inflammatory arthritis for over 5 years. I get intermittent episodes of burning pain in my spine along with pain in front hip bones, shoulders...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesDiagnosisJoint PainTips & Advice
“Almost” Newly Diagnosed Hello everyone. I’m glad I found this community. I am in the process of possibly getting diagnosed due to lab results. (Ive tested positive or ANA Titer and Anti-dsDNA, etc)...Reactions0reactionsComments22 repliesDiagnosis
"Overlap" ?? I was diagnosed with sjogrens, RA, and raynauds. I also have an autoimmune thyroid condition. Last appointment my rheumatologist's PA said my lupus was active based on my labs. Perplexed...Reactions0reactionsComments7 repliesDiagnosis