A member asked:

Would parenchymal fibrosis of upper lungs explain chest and shoulder/scapula pain? i had pleurisy w effusion earlier this year. sle. now this.

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No: Pleurisy, fibromyalgia ( often seen with sle), cervical disk disease, overuse, muscle strain are all common causes of pain in this distribution with sle. You should see your doctor for a definitive diagnosis.

Answered 11/21/2013

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