Active todayQuestions 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 Comments5 repliesHealthcare TeamTips & Advice
Active 2 days agoWhat is the first visit like after Lupus DiganosisWhat can I expect for the first appointment to my Rheumatologist First...Reactions 0 reactions Comments2 repliesDiagnosisHealthcare 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
Taking notes to the doctor.I always have notes for my doctors about my health status and requests I have. Usually way too many! And I've always felt that I should write them on paper...Reactions 0 reactions Comments2 repliesHealthcare TeamBrain FogTips & Advice
Keeping Track of SymptomsHow do you all keep track of your symptoms to discuss with your doctor...Reactions 0 reactions Comments5 repliesHealthcare Team
White Blood CellsHello everyone! I am finding it hard to figure out what the white blood cells are attacking? Why are the white blood cells confused and what is causing them to...Reactions 0 reactions Comments2 repliesTreatmentHealthcare TeamResearch & Clinical Trials
Looking for Rheumatologist AdviceHow would you go about looking for a new Rheumatologist? I need to switch providers because the one I see now isn't very attentive to what I'm saying when it...Reactions 0 reactions Comments4 repliesHealthcare TeamInsurance & Disability
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 Comments8 repliesDiagnosisHealthcare Team
Does anyone have any experience with lupus induced by anti-tumor necrosis factor (TNF) agents?In 2018, I was diagnosed with drug-induced lupus after three infusions with Infliximab for Crohn's disease. I was told that the symptoms would resolve fairly quickly after stopping the drug...Reactions 0 reactions Comments4 repliesDiagnosisHealthcare Team