Question 1

what;s the best pain medicine for lupus patients?

Accepted Answer

None: lupus needs to be controlled with meds that treat the underlying inflammatory process, not with pain meds.

Question 2

how to tell if i have t1 diabetes, lupus and m.s at age 17?

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Not likely: Why worry about 3 disorders, as you likely possess one unifying diagnosis to explain your problems.  A good place to start is with an endocrinologist to deal with diabetes and the complications secondary to this.  Focus on these issues, and later, if things seem peculiar look into co-morbities.  Lastly, if you possess diabetes and lupus, doubt you have ms in addition.

Question 3

both my mom and aunt have been diagnosed with lupus, should i get checked for it as well? since i know its hereditary

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Rheumatologic issues: The specific diagnosis of lupus wouldn't run in families as much as the tendency towards rheumatologic conditions in general - that tendency runs in families - lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, Sjögren's syndrome, scleroderma.  Can find all of these in family lineages.  Have a good history/physical exam/blood testing coordinated by Rheumatologist.

Question 4

my dsdna double strand reference was 3.45 and very symptomatic.. s this a positive for lupus how is it scored?

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Possibly: this is one of the many blood tests used to diagnose lupus..you should consult your rheumatologist to have them run a full battery of tests

Question 5

this last 2 weeks feel so run down between p.o.t.s and lupus... im 27 i want to feel normal. but i don't think ill ever be "normal" again. :/?

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See below: Go the lupus foundation of america's website to find a support group for lupus patients near you.  I think you would find this beneficial and you would also learn how other patients cope with the disease.

Question 6

is it ok for s.l.e lupus patients to take suppliments for gym workouts such as, karbolyn xr3, stance bcaa, gluamatic

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Not sure, I don't : think anyone knows for sure if its okay for sure. No study has been done on those supplement with SLE. I would recommend stay simple supplement with multivitamin, Vit D, B complex. At the most, protein shake for post work out.

Question 7

can i have lupus if my ana is positive, tired is 1:320 homogeneous diffuse, but ena panel is negative. i do have some s/s?

Accepted Answer

See a rheumatologist: For assessment, lupus isn't an easy diagnosis to make, an expert would better help you, good luck

Question 8

i have vonwillebrands disease and lupus (sle).  is it to dangerouse for me to travel out of the u.s. to a disease infested, poverty sticken country?

Accepted Answer

Maybe: Not particularly worries about von willebrands disease. You are in fact immunocompromised  with lupus i  suspect degree of control and current medications. Will help your rheumatologist arrive at recommendations to help you make a decision regarding risk.

Question 9

are lupus, endometriosis, and pots connected? i was diagnosed with all 3 and dont think its a coincidence. there hass to be an underlying autoimmune issue?

Accepted Answer

: New evidence from a study in Canada strongly suggests that POTS is an autoimmune disorder. In your case I think it would be secondary to lupus. Endometriosis is not currently listed as an autoimmune disorder but has some of the characteristics and may increase the risk if a coexistent autoimmune disease. Does your rheumatologist agree with these concepts or explanations?

Question 10

is lupus rare?

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Yes: It occurs in about 1 in 700 Caucasian women and 1 in 300 African American women.

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This last 2 weeks feel so run down between p.o.t.s and lupus... im 27 i want to feel normal. but i don't think ill ever be "normal" again. :/?

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Is it ok for s.l.e lupus patients to take suppliments for gym workouts such as, karbolyn xr3, stance bcaa, gluamatic

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Can i have lupus if my ana is positive, tired is 1:320 homogeneous diffuse, but ena panel is negative. i do have some s/s?

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I have vonwillebrands disease and lupus (sle). is it to dangerouse for me to travel out of the u.s. to a disease infested, poverty sticken country?

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Are lupus, endometriosis, and pots connected? i was diagnosed with all 3 and dont think its a coincidence. there hass to be an underlying autoimmune issue?

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