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I was diagnosed with Lupus and sjogren’s. The peripheral neuropathy I have is so very painful.. I have been taking gabapentin and that has taken some of it away but not all, and the pain at night is rough. This is on top of the regular symptoms of flares. And my work stress makes it all so much worse it seems. These are very difficult days to endure. I started benlysta infusions a few weeks ago. Supposed to help. We’ll see,

October 15, 2025
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Peripheral neuropathy in lupus can cause numbness, tingling, and difficulty moving certain body parts. It happens when inflammation from lupus damages the nerves, affecting how they transmit messages through your body.

Treatment options include
• Over-the-counter pain relievers
• Prescription antidepressants
• Vitamin B Show Full Answer

Peripheral neuropathy in lupus can cause numbness, tingling, and difficulty moving certain body parts. It happens when inflammation from lupus damages the nerves, affecting how they transmit messages through your body.

Treatment options include:
• Over-the-counter pain relievers
• Prescription antidepressants
• Vitamin B supplements
• Anti-seizure medications Your doctor may recommend nerve conduction velocity (NCV) or electromyography (EMG) tests to evaluate your nerve function and determine the best treatment approach. It's important to work with your healthcare team to find the right combination of treatments for your specific symptoms.

October 13, 2025

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