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July 15, 2023
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A MyLupusTeam Member

Basically, the worsening of our symptoms or new symptoms can be due to a flare.

July 18, 2023
A MyLupusTeam Member

Sounds like a flare to me . I would find a new doctor. I had symptoms from 2013 and I new something was wrong but the bloodwork for lupus didn’t show positive till 2021

July 17, 2023
A MyLupusTeam Member

Sure sounds like a flare to me

July 16, 2023
MyLupusTeam

A lupus flare-up is a period when lupus symptoms worsen or new symptoms appear. Common symptoms during a flare-up include:

- Increased pain: Both in the joints and muscles
- Rashes: Including the lupus rash, a butterfly-shaped mark on the face
- Headaches: Persistent and sometimes severe.
- Stomachaches: Discomfort or pain Show Full Answer

A lupus flare-up is a period when lupus symptoms worsen or new symptoms appear. Common symptoms during a flare-up include:

- Increased pain: Both in the joints and muscles.
- Rashes: Including the lupus rash, a butterfly-shaped mark on the face.
- Headaches: Persistent and sometimes severe.
- Stomachaches: Discomfort or pain in the abdominal area.
- Fevers: Elevated body temperature.
- Fatigue: Extreme tiredness and lack of energy.
- Dizziness: Feeling lightheaded or unsteady.
- Swollen legs: Edema or swelling in the lower extremities.
- Sores: Ulcers in the nose and mouth.

If your symptoms included headache, pain, and extreme tiredness, they could be indicative of a lupus flare-up. However, it's essential to consult with your rheumatologist for an accurate diagnosis and appropriate management.

July 9, 2024
A MyLupusTeam Member

It could still be a flare up.

July 15, 2023

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