Has anyone experienced a sharp temple pain followed by temporary vision loss?
It's completely understandable to feel scared, but this symptom needs medical attention right away. Temporary vision loss combined with severe head pain can be a serious neurological symptom that requires evaluation.
Lupus can affect the nervous Show Full Answer
Has anyone experienced a sharp temple pain followed by temporary vision loss?
It's completely understandable to feel scared, but this symptom needs medical attention right away. Temporary vision loss combined with severe head pain can be a serious neurological symptom that requires evaluation.
Lupus can affect the nervous system in several ways, including:
* Damage to nerves and nearby tissues
* Vision loss as part of peripheral neuropathy
* Severe headaches
* Inflammation affecting the brain and nerves
A MyLupusTeam member shared: "I have headaches so bad they feel like my eyes are going to pop out!"
Vision loss, even if temporary, is considered a warning sign that needs immediate medical evaluation. Severe, sudden headaches are also on the list of symptoms that require emergency care.
Your rheumatologist and possibly a neurologist need to know about this. They can work together to determine what's causing these symptoms and ensure you get appropriate treatment. The medical team is there to help, not to judge, and catching potential issues early is always better.
Please don't wait to report this. While it's scary, getting checked out will either provide reassurance or catch something that needs treatment. Either way, you'll have answers and a path forward.
February 19
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