Question 1

have lupus & never colds, etc.get initial symptoms (sore throat, sinus pain, etc)&they go away in days.it's like my body fights it off fast.common?

Accepted Answer

May have: May have a mild viral illness or your immune system is overactive enough to fight off the infection.

Question 2

i have lupus & since 2 days ago i've had a very sore throat & body aches all over. no nasal symptoms. im not sure if this is a cause for concern or not?

Accepted Answer

It could be: It could be your lupus, but you could have an infection as well.  See your doctor to be evaluated.

Question 3

i have lupus and i keep getting a sore throat?

Accepted Answer

Can be a few things : Some lupus patients get ulcers in the the mouth, throat and nose. Because of dryness and or immunosuppressive medications like prednisone, you may have a yeast infection called thrush.  See your rheumatologist.

Question 4

is you live with a constant sore throat & diagnosed with tonsillitis a few times a year as well as have lupus, should you have your tonsils removed ?

Accepted Answer

Yes if infected: An ENT doc should evaluate this--if this is a chronic infection they will recommend removal.

Question 5

positive ana with 1:640 tier, homogenous pattern. no symptoms of lupus, but do have throat pain with a heavy growth of serratia marcescens in throat culture. could any of this be related?

Accepted Answer

: In general, a sore throat or throat infection is not caused by lupus

Question 6

what is a sore throat a symptom of usually?

Accepted Answer

Viral infection: Most of the time it's due to a viral infection. Strep infections do occur but are not as common, the patient is sicker with fever and malaise. Rarely sore throats can be caused by structural problems.  If a sore throat lasts longer than a month see ENT for definitive diagnosis.

Question 7

is a sore throat a symptom of allergies?

Accepted Answer

Possibly: Persistent post nasal drip from allergic rhinitis can cause a sore throat.

Question 8

please answer me. is a sore throat a symptom of tonsilitis?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Yes, sore throat is a prominent symptom of tonsillitis.

Question 9

sore throat and anxiety is a sore throat a symptom of anxiety. i have had gad and pad for severl years now. i have a ton of symptoms but never a sore throat. my attacks have been worse lately and i have also been having an on and off sore throat that gets

Accepted Answer

Hello, : Hello, i can't diagnose the cause of your sore throat. It may be related to anxiety. Anxiety can lead to a sense that there is a lump in the throat and dry mouth with difficulty swallowing. I hope that you are seeing a good psychiatrist and good therapist and have let them know that your symptoms have worsened. Take care.

Question 10

is ear pain along with sore throat a symptom of hiv?

Accepted Answer

: No, not likely. If you're at risk, get tested. You cannot rely on symptoms as a clue to having HIV.

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Have lupus & never colds, etc.get initial symptoms (sore throat, sinus pain, etc)&they go away in days.it's like my body fights it off fast.common?

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I have lupus & since 2 days ago i've had a very sore throat & body aches all over. no nasal symptoms. im not sure if this is a cause for concern or not?

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I have lupus and i keep getting a sore throat?

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Is you live with a constant sore throat & diagnosed with tonsillitis a few times a year as well as have lupus, should you have your tonsils removed ?

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Positive ana with 1:640 tier, homogenous pattern. no symptoms of lupus, but do have throat pain with a heavy growth of serratia marcescens in throat culture. could any of this be related?

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What is a sore throat a symptom of usually?

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Is a sore throat a symptom of allergies?

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Please answer me. is a sore throat a symptom of tonsilitis?

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Sore throat and anxiety is a sore throat a symptom of anxiety. i have had gad and pad for severl years now. i have a ton of symptoms but never a sore throat. my attacks have been worse lately and i have also been having an on and off sore throat that gets

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Is ear pain along with sore throat a symptom of hiv?

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