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I have sle w/ joint problems. i live on the 18th floor of a building. will taking the stairs down every time i leave further damage my joints?

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No: The arthritis of lupus does not cause joint damage. If you have erosive joint changes already then it is not lupus.

Dr Chiu and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 3/23/2014

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