Good Morning. Do Any Of You Have A Mechanical Mitral Valve, And Developed Arterial Flutter.

If so, do you take a beta blocker, and does it reduce the flutters. Thanks Holly

Re: Benlysta

I am seeking feedback from those taking Benlysta infusions. My first one is tomorrow. I realize there will be no "immediate response," but I would like to hear how some of you have progressed. Those of us with SLE have a wide range of symptoms and that adds to the difficulty in the diagnosis.
Thank you for your responses,
Claudia

Wondering If Anyone Has Been Having Any Issues With Inflammation?

I've been having leg pain when I walk or stand and had so many different tests and everything comes back positive. The only thing that helps me is methylpredniosolone. I don't want t stay on steroids. I would appreciate any feedback possible.

Has Anyone Ever Used The Drug Methotrexate And What Were The Results?

What Topical Cream Gives Immediate Joint Relief?

The one I use has to be applied daily, It'd be nice to find something that can ease the pain in a few hours at least. Thanks for any suggestions

I Was Diagnosed With Neuropathy A Few Months Ago. The Pain Has Progressed Rapidly. Does Anyone Have Any Home Remedies To Help? Thank You.

How Do I Make People Understand?

I struggle. Everyday. I get up, when I feel terrible, get dressed, put a little makeup on to feel normal..only to be met by family with NO understanding of how I feel on the inside. Just because I look “somewhat “ normal on the outside, I feel terrible on the inside! I hear, “what’s wrong now?”; “ you should exercise!” , “nothing that a little fresh air won’t cure!”
Are they serious? They see me shooting methotrexate in my body everyday, would I do that for the heck of it? My mom cares… read more

Any Success With Topicals To Treat Arthritis Pain And If So What Have You Found Useful?

I've been trying Voltaren and a pain releiving cream with lidocaine with marginal effectiveness. What have you all found useful or have you found topicals to not be useful at all in treating joint pain?

I Have SLE And RA. My Tongue Has Become Very Raw And Sensitive To Heat. Would Folic Acid Help?

Does Anyone Know Of Any Mutual Aid Organizations Specific To Lupus Sufferers In The NYC.

My daughter and I need some immediate financial assistance until our benefits arrive on Friday. Please help!!