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A member asked:
Can someone explain 2 me how i can feel terrible with lupus even when my inflammatory markers & other labs (other than high ana) are currenlty normal ?
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Several reasons:: One is simply carrying the diagnosis. It must be reinforced that most patients leads quite normal lives, without disruption. There is "on this web site" the term "brain fog." it can causes fatigue and poor sleep. But you did not specify why you feel "terrible." depending on the issue, it may not be your lupus!
Answered 12/9/2013
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Labs are not perfect: There are no perfect lab test that reflect disease activity.
Answered 2/23/2018
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