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Fullerton, CA

I have lupus nephritis and periodically experience chest pain and shortness of breath. Typically, these episodes are minor and do not last long. However, every now and then I will experience a longer and more painful episode of chest pain. These tend to occur in the middle of the night or early in the morning (I'm woken up by the pain). I have a low, healthy blood pressure when I get it checked at the doctor's office. I've had a handful of EKGs which show I have an irregular heart beat (an… read more

February 5, 2019
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A MyLupusTeam Member

You need to see cardiologist
An extra heart beat and low blood pressure are signs of A-fib I dint wanna scare you but I would really go to a Dr that only does hearts then a family Dr that does a little bit of everything
Good luck

February 5, 2019
A MyLupusTeam Member

yes I do

February 9, 2019
A MyLupusTeam Member

Sometimes happens to me too! Just got relax and let it pass...

February 6, 2019
A MyLupusTeam Member

It could a costochondritis or pleurisy. If doctor has checked you out. I don't know unless doctor will give you Prednisone. Praying for you.

February 5, 2019
A MyLupusTeam Member

((((((Hugs)))) sorry for the chest pain.

February 5, 2019

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