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Sarcoidosis

A MyLupusTeam Member asked a question 💭
Moncton, NB

I was just in for a ct scan because they thought I had a new pulmonary embolism, and they found my lymph nodes swollen in my lungs. I was wondering if having g lupus is common with sarcoidosis?

April 7
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A MyLupusTeam Member

I was put on steroids before because mine caused my lungs to have inflammation which made me feel like I was suffocating.

April 8
A MyLupusTeam Member

Sorry that you are going through this. It's like playing Whack-A-Mole....you just get one and another pops up!!!

April 7
A MyLupusTeam Member

Willow, it's possible to get both, though very uncommon. Diagnosing sarcoidosis requires a biopsy, and it's possible the lymph node issue could be from lupus or something else, too. Have you already had a biopsy? I hope you get good news.😘

April 8
MyLupusTeam

Is it common to have both lupus and sarcoidosis?

Sarcoidosis can sometimes happen alongside lupus, though it's uncommon. When the immune system overreacts in lupus, it can form small, hard lumps or nodules called granulomas, which are characteristic of sarcoidosis.

Swollen lymph nodes in the lungs can occur with lupus for Show Full Answer

Is it common to have both lupus and sarcoidosis?

Sarcoidosis can sometimes happen alongside lupus, though it's uncommon. When the immune system overreacts in lupus, it can form small, hard lumps or nodules called granulomas, which are characteristic of sarcoidosis.

Swollen lymph nodes in the lungs can occur with lupus for several reasons:

* Active lupus flares often cause lymph node swelling due to increased inflammation
* Lung complications like pleuritis or pneumonitis can be associated with swollen lymph nodes
* The autoimmune nature of lupus causes your immune system to work overtime, which can trigger lymph node enlargement

Since you were being evaluated for a pulmonary embolism and now have swollen lymph nodes, it's important to follow up with your healthcare provider. They can determine whether this is related to lupus activity, sarcoidosis, or another cause, and recommend appropriate treatment.

April 7

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