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Question: "I have lupus nephritis and undiagnosed anemia for 5 months. My blood is hemolyzing and the cause hasn't been found. Has anyone else experienced this?"

Yes, many people with lupus experience both kidney involvement (nephritis) and anemia. In fact, about half of people with lupus develop anemia. One specific type Show Full Answer

Question: "I have lupus nephritis and undiagnosed anemia for 5 months. My blood is hemolyzing and the cause hasn't been found. Has anyone else experienced this?"

Yes, many people with lupus experience both kidney involvement (nephritis) and anemia. In fact, about half of people with lupus develop anemia. One specific type, called autoimmune hemolytic anemia, affects about 10% of people with lupus and causes red blood cells to break down prematurely (hemolysis). Common symptoms of autoimmune hemolytic anemia include:
• Weakness or fatigue
• Shortness of breath
• Jaundice (yellowing of skin/eyes)
• Dark urine
• Rapid heartbeat
• Fever

Doctors typically diagnose this condition using tests like CBC, reticulocyte count, and Coomb's test. Treatment options may include corticosteroids, immunosuppressants, or in some cases, blood transfusions.

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