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...Reactions 0 reactions Comments2 repliesDiagnosisHealthcare Team
Finding a good Rheumatologist I want to find a good Rheumatologist that specializes and understands Lupus. I have not been officially diagnosed yet. I do not want to be told it's all in my...Reactions 0 reactions Comments10 repliesDiagnosisHealthcare Team
Lupus and lower leg swellingHi, my name is John and I was diagnosed with Lupus 1 month before my 50th birthday (October 2018). I've had just about every symptom that I've read about on...Reactions 0 reactions Comments5 repliesHealthcare Team
Lupus Awareness MonthWhat has been the one thing you’ve learned during lupus awareness month, so far, that you didn’t know before?...Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 repliesDiagnosisHealthcare Team
What is the first visit like after Lupus DiganosisWhat can I expect for the first appointment to my Rheumatologist First...Reactions 0 reactions Comments4 repliesDiagnosisHealthcare Team
Rheumatoid arthritis in my hands and fingersI don’t have the pain every day is this unusual sometimes I can barely lift my cup of coffee with one hand, my right hand as it is so terribly...Reactions 0 reactions Comments4 repliesHealthcare TeamAwarenessCoping
Questions to ask a rheumatologist? For many managing lupus, it can be difficult to find the right doctor. What questions would you like to ask a rheumatologist that specializes in lupus?...Reactions 0 reactions Comments14 repliesHealthcare TeamTips & Advice
Misdiagnosis I have had Benlysta, Hydroclorquine, Methotrexate, and Predisone for over 7 years. I was diagnosed with SLE. Last month the doctor who replaced my Rhuemtoidlogist told me I DO NOT...Reactions 0 reactions Comments1 repliesHealthcare Team
Anyone have lower back pain NOT lupus nephritis?Hi. I am new here. I was diagnosed with UCTD fifteen years ago--after positive ANA (homogeneous and speckled patterns), positive anti-dsdna, and positive Lupus anticoagulant and Anticardiolipin. I did well...Reactions 0 reactions Comments19 repliesSymptomsTreatmentHealthcare TeamSleep
Looking for a rheumatologist in Puerto RicoMoved to Puerto Rico in March last year haven’t seen a rheumatologist since being here, very hard to make an appointment due to COVID-19....Reactions 0 reactions Comments5 repliesHealthcare Team