Yes! I have been in a flare for 2 years and so far I have not had proper positive blood tests for any of the standard tests. I have only recently received a diagnosis of NPSLE and that is because my doctor put together all of my symptoms, including seizures, with a CT scan of my brain. This has created the evidence required to "prove" that it is lupus.

My tests typically don't show much of anything, but my rheumatologist still treats me for Lupus, as the symptoms are there.

Yes

Really? Maybe I just need a new doctor.

Yes