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A MyLupusTeam Member asked a question ๐Ÿ’ญ
Bronx, NY

I just got my period on Sunday or Monday and I've been getting sick ever since. I threw up stomach acid yesterday and been having bad cramps, migraines, extreme nausea, joint pain, fatigue and I wanted to know if lupus can make periods worse because I'm sick in bed right now because my migraine is too strong.

August 19, 2017
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A MyLupusTeam Member

Lupus makes my cycles unbearable.

August 20, 2017
A MyLupusTeam Member

Definitely! Hormones interact negatively with the immne system. Actually, hormonal changes are one of the most common triggers for lupus flares. At that time of the month I take extra care of myself to try to avoid a flare. I do have migranes almost every month though! Hope it helps and you get better soon!

August 20, 2017
A MyLupusTeam Member

Hi I am Jean, yes the pain does get worse at the time of month. It feels like a really bad case of flu all the veins in your body hurts . I try and sleep it off plus pain killers. My Dr proscribed tramodol. It helps a little. Bless you.

August 19, 2017
A MyLupusTeam Member

Lupus makes my periods worst.I feel like another person. All I wanna do is sleep, cramps are unbearable. I can't take pain meds cause of Eliquis for my blood clots. Men especially at these times seem so aggravating to
me. ๐Ÿ˜ŠSo I take vitamins, tea, heating pad and use Dr.Teal peppermint and spearmint rub for a nice shower.๐Ÿ˜๐Ÿ˜„

January 18, 2020

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