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Inflammation all over, throwing up, headache, neuropathy is causing me to barely walk, it’s slot going on at my once.

A MyLupusTeam Member asked a question 💭
Houston, TX

Have bone degenerative disease in my spine (affects my lower extremities). And yes lupus has caused me to have spasms in my esophagus and other areas of my body. I’m having a CAT scan soon hopefully they can tell me something.

January 1
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What can help with lupus-related esophageal spasms and body-wide symptoms?

It sounds like you're dealing with a lot right now, and esophageal spasms are definitely a recognized complication of lupus. When lupus causes inflammation in the esophagus, it can affect how the muscles contract and relax, leading to those Show Full Answer

What can help with lupus-related esophageal spasms and body-wide symptoms?

It sounds like you're dealing with a lot right now, and esophageal spasms are definitely a recognized complication of lupus. When lupus causes inflammation in the esophagus, it can affect how the muscles contract and relax, leading to those uncomfortable spasms you're experiencing.

For esophageal spasms specifically, here are some approaches that may help:

* Treating acid reflux if present, since up to 50% of people with lupus experience heartburn
* Adjusting medications that might be contributing to the problem
* Working with a speech-language pathologist on swallowing exercises
* Adjusting your posture while eating to make swallowing easier
* Eating smaller meals and staying upright after eating

The neuropathy affecting your ability to walk is also connected to lupus. Peripheral neuropathy can cause sensory issues like pain, tingling, and numbness, which are more common than motor problems but can still significantly impact mobility.

Your upcoming CAT scan should help your medical team get a clearer picture of what's happening. In the meantime, bringing your systemic inflammation under control is key to managing these symptoms. Make sure your rheumatologist knows about all these symptoms so they can adjust your treatment plan accordingly.

The combination of symptoms you're experiencing—inflammation, nausea, headaches, and neuropathy—suggests your lupus may be quite active right now. This is important information for your healthcare team.

January 1
A MyLupusTeam Member

Patricia, if you can't see your doctor today, please consider going to the ER or urgent care! You have a lot going on, and I think you should be seen right away.

January 2
A MyLupusTeam Member

Amen

January 2
A MyLupusTeam Member

I agree, go to see your doctor. Please. I am praying for you that Jesus guide your steps and put people in your path to support your healing. In Jesus name I pray. Amen

January 2
A MyLupusTeam Member

Yes talk to doctors and if you are eating and drinking lots of sugary foods try cutting them out of diet especially anything with high corn fructose sugar that stuff is the devil on our joints at least it was for me, so I in the meantime I will say a prayer for you!

January 2

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