Question 1

1st a small toe joint, now side of index finger joint swollen and extremely itchy. turns red first then purple then fades months later. worst at night?

Accepted Answer

See below : As you described this is an intermittent problem that occurs at various different areas. I would see a dermatologist and therefore he can do a thorough history and physical exam . Try to see him when you have the problem good luck thank you.

Question 2

i have sle lupus over the past while the skin on my fingers and toes gets dry sore itchy and peels off, a what can be done to lessen this and b can it be prevented?

Accepted Answer

Work with your doc: Sle is very difficult to treat correctly.  Discuss this with your rheumatologist.

Question 3

is there a specific test to check for lupus?my mom has it.i get very swollen joints when i go in the sun also itchy rash/hives.i feel horrible!

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Yes: But as with all illnesses, the test results need be interpreted along with the symptoms and physical findings.

Question 4

joint pain, muscle pain, facial rashes, tremors, itchy rashes after sun exposure, fatigue. saw rheumatologist, all lupus tests negative+ blood normal?

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See details: I am not sure what you are asking. You need to discuss the situation with your rheumatologist. There are patients with lupus who do not have positive blood tests. There are also other explanations for your symptoms. Lupus remains an uncommon diagnosis in males so you may want to look for another explanation.

Question 5

have balance issues, joint pain-hands, feet, collarb, shoulder, some pink, itchy skin.brain mri neg, lupus neg, rf(8), pre-diabetic.worth pursuing?

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Consult with MD: It is worth pursuing the workup. Lupus and RA are not the only diagnoses to consider. There are other collagen vascular disorders which could cause your symptoms.

Question 6

joint pain in hands 7 wks now tips of fingers constantly numb/tingle in one hand. neg for lupus and rheum arth. nerve issue?

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Yes: With the numbness and tingling I would suspect a nerve issue - carpal tunnel or impingement at the c-spine.

Question 7

lupus joint pain vs. preg carpal tunnel? how to tell the difference? 36 wks being tested for lupus but hoping for the best pain in fingers toes feet

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Exam: A physical exam of the affected area can probably make the diagnosis. Carpal tunnel is common in pregnancy and can be treated with a wrist splint.

Question 8

what can cause bilateral joint pain?  began in knee's and now fingers, wrists, lump on each arm by wrist. ra/lupus test neg 3yrs ago, not fibromyalgia

Accepted Answer

Most common dx is RA: In someone with this presentation (like you have). Need to be re-investigated as 3 yrs a long time ago.
See a rheumatologist who'll be able to help you most.
Good luck.

Question 9

ana 320, anti ds dna borderline 1:20, pain in the joints of both fingers and one wrist upon movement .mouth ulcers every month, v. active. is it lupus ?

Accepted Answer

See rheumatologist: The presence of mouth ulcers suggests that your problem may be from other forms of autoimmune disease than lupus.

Question 10

my finger joint is swollen and isn't going down, what should i do?

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Get evaluated: You should see your doctor to get evaluated for a correct diagnosis and treatment options.

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1st a small toe joint, now side of index finger joint swollen and extremely itchy. turns red first then purple then fades months later. worst at night?

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I have sle lupus over the past while the skin on my fingers and toes gets dry sore itchy and peels off, a what can be done to lessen this and b can it be prevented?

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Is there a specific test to check for lupus?my mom has it.i get very swollen joints when i go in the sun also itchy rash/hives.i feel horrible!

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Joint pain, muscle pain, facial rashes, tremors, itchy rashes after sun exposure, fatigue. saw rheumatologist, all lupus tests negative+ blood normal?

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Have balance issues, joint pain-hands, feet, collarb, shoulder, some pink, itchy skin.brain mri neg, lupus neg, rf(8), pre-diabetic.worth pursuing?

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Joint pain in hands 7 wks now tips of fingers constantly numb/tingle in one hand. neg for lupus and rheum arth. nerve issue?

A member asked:

Lupus joint pain vs. preg carpal tunnel? how to tell the difference? 36 wks being tested for lupus but hoping for the best pain in fingers toes feet

A member asked:

What can cause bilateral joint pain? began in knee's and now fingers, wrists, lump on each arm by wrist. ra/lupus test neg 3yrs ago, not fibromyalgia

A member asked:

Ana 320, anti ds dna borderline 1:20, pain in the joints of both fingers and one wrist upon movement .mouth ulcers every month, v. active. is it lupus ?

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My finger joint is swollen and isn't going down, what should i do?

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