Yes the anxiety is common in lupus patients some days I feel like I have a stone in my chest.My doctor prescribed citalopran to help and exercise and some relaxing activities like painting and yoga

I struggle with severe anxiety/depress and ptsd to the point where I can't leave my house.

I to have severe anxiety. That and extreme fatigue were my first symptoms. Medications help some, but I to can't leave home. My bedroom Is my safe zone where I retreat when even company overwhelms me. Good luck and take it day by day and always remembe your not crazy.

Aww ya know what ever works I find lite dose of xanex helps we Hv enough to deal with soft hugs

My level of anxiety has increased. I take a med to help when it's beyond control.