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I am a lupus patient and have been having swelling and headaches for a week. what should i do? i'm already on plaquenil (hydroxychloroquine) and 10mg prednisone.
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Rheumatologist: Go back and see the doctor who prescribed these medications and who should be following you for progress, side-effects and complications. This is a very serious disease and you need to pay close attention to your doctor. Hope you are better soon.
Answered 2/6/2014
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See below: Have sle disease levels checked, there are better treatments for more active sle.
Answered 4/25/2015
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Related?: These new symptoms may or may not be related to sle and thus you should consult your rheumatologist.
Answered 2/7/2014
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