hollaturgirl
"Hello lupies
i have a horrible headcold
chill, body aches, headache
stuffy nose. and sore throat
my question to you is …
when lups patients get sick or under the weather
is it 10 times worst than the normal person?
I tried n telling my family members this but they aren’t getting it "
, ugh! What a cruddy start to a new week!
And, yes, illnesses can be tougher if you have an autoimmune condition like Lupus. If you are on any immunosuppressants to control your Lupus symptoms, that can make you more susceptible to illnesses and can make it harder for your immune system to fight off any illness.
Also, when you have Lupus, you always run the risk of an illness triggering a flare, so it can be a bit of a battle to keep your illness from doing that.
I do hope the cold passes very quickly! Take it easy and practice lots of self care this week, if you can.
Gentle Hugs, Erin, Team Member.
"My right hand is swollen and sore and also my left shoulder "
Hi's - first off, love the username. Secondly, I just wanted to check in and see how you're doing. How have you been feeling lately? Let us know if there's anything we can do to help support you here at lupus.net. Sending vibes of comfort and relief your way. - Cody (Team Member) hello there thanks for checking on me, I’m stressing right now had to put my Pug aka dog to sleep last Thursday and I’m still not right yet. Then my job is getting on my last nerve I pray it gets better 💜 @hollaturgirl Sending my condolences. That is really tough. The added stress from work is not good either. I am praying that it gets better as well. Just know that we are here for you. Sending lots of love and positive vibes. - Geri (lupus.net, team member)
I'm really sorry to hear that you lost a friend. That is never easy to go through. I hope that things improve at work soon. It sounds like you deserve a much-needed break from the stress. Sending positive vibes your way, and wishing you well. - Cody (Team Member)