Question 1

my blood pressure is 90/80 and i have lupus. what could be wrong?

Accepted Answer

Inaccurate: It is not possible to have a pulse pressure of 10 points (the difference between the systolic and diastolic pressures). The measurement is inaccurate.

Question 2

i have sle or lupus and am having problems keeping my blood pressure under control. i'm taking 10 b/p pills, what do i do?

Accepted Answer

Renal problems?: You need to ge second opinion with doctor to evaluate your renal function which can be affected in systemic lupus. This could contribute to uncontrollable hypertension.

Question 3

is high blood pressure early symptom of lupus? my bp is high a few days then back to normal lately.

Accepted Answer

No: Persistent high BP is the first sign of hypertension. However transient high BP may be related to stress, exercise, too much caffeine, excessive weight etc.

Question 4

i have lupus. recent sodium level was 134 (normal is 135-145).  have been suffering from low blood pressures.  should i be concerned or not?

Accepted Answer

We need more info: The 134 is not dangerous. The level depends on medication, renal function, and other problems and processes within your body. This is a specific problem and your physician can best answer it.

Question 5

i have no thyroid disease but every night i feel heavy pressure on my neck this really so so bad, could this be from lupus and how to manage?

Accepted Answer

Very unlikely: Neck pain is not a component of lupus. Do you have any other criteria for lupus?

Question 6

ana +ve since 8 yrs.recently pain in the fingers upon pressure for 1 month and once there was red line on cheeks lasted1 hr, dr said not lupus.help?

Accepted Answer

Relax.: Many healthy people have a positive ana, for unknown reasons. Some even "toggle" back and forth between positive and negative. If your doctor has ruled out lupus, relax. Your doctor should be able to run some tests to determine the cause of your finger tenderness.

Question 7

i have systemic lupus and sj%f6gren's syndrome , no thyroid disease, many days now i feel heavy pressure on my neck this is awful how to manage & causes?

Accepted Answer

See below: If it is in the back of your neck, it could be osteoarthritis, degenerative disk disease, cervical radiculopathy.  You would need to see your doctor to have an exam and possibly imaging to confirm.  If it present, physical therapy, injections, and medications soemtimes helps.

Question 8

my mom has advanced lupus. lately her blood pressure has been really high along with chest pain. help?

Accepted Answer

Lupus Nephropathy: I would have mom see her physician.  Often, lupus can play a major rule in kidney failure either through the disease process itself ka lupus nephrtis, or caused by side effects of medications.  As you know, lupus is a systemic problem. It cause several problems glomerulo -nephritis, IgA nephropathy rapidly progressive gn. She needs anti hypertensives such as Lasix (furosemide) or ace inhib.

Question 9

chronic neck pain and pressure head aches worse when laying down or apon waking up.waiting to see nurologist . what can it be?lupus, sjgren's, fibro?

Accepted Answer

See details: This is very unlikely to be lupus or sjogrens. Fm is possibly if you have the other diagnostic criteria.

Question 10

have stable lupus but now struggling with low blood pressures, lightheadedness, and polyuria nocturia.  could these 2 be related?

Accepted Answer

Lupus affects kidney: Lupus is an auto-immune disease that may have effects on almost all the body systems. It is well-known to affect the kidneys, which could then lead to changes in blood pressure (which would cause the dizziness), and the changes in urination. Even if your previous lupus symptoms have been stable, it's best to go get checked out. Don't wait, because of the dizziness and low BP.

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My blood pressure is 90/80 and i have lupus. what could be wrong?

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I have sle or lupus and am having problems keeping my blood pressure under control. i'm taking 10 b/p pills, what do i do?

A member asked:

Is high blood pressure early symptom of lupus? my bp is high a few days then back to normal lately.

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I have lupus. recent sodium level was 134 (normal is 135-145). have been suffering from low blood pressures. should i be concerned or not?

A member asked:

I have no thyroid disease but every night i feel heavy pressure on my neck this really so so bad, could this be from lupus and how to manage?

A member asked:

Ana +ve since 8 yrs.recently pain in the fingers upon pressure for 1 month and once there was red line on cheeks lasted1 hr, dr said not lupus.help?

A member asked:

I have systemic lupus and sj%f6gren's syndrome , no thyroid disease, many days now i feel heavy pressure on my neck this is awful how to manage & causes?

A member asked:

My mom has advanced lupus. lately her blood pressure has been really high along with chest pain. help?

A member asked:

Chronic neck pain and pressure head aches worse when laying down or apon waking up.waiting to see nurologist . what can it be?lupus, sjgren's, fibro?

A member asked:

Have stable lupus but now struggling with low blood pressures, lightheadedness, and polyuria nocturia. could these 2 be related?

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