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That sounds really exhausting, especially when it's been going on for weeks! A few MyLupusTeam members have shared similar experiences with lingering digestive issues that seem tied to eating.

It's worth knowing that digestive problems are actually quite common with lupus — between 40% to 60% of people with lupus experience Show Full Answer

That sounds really exhausting, especially when it's been going on for weeks! A few MyLupusTeam members have shared similar experiences with lingering digestive issues that seem tied to eating.

It's worth knowing that digestive problems are actually quite common with lupus — between 40% to 60% of people with lupus experience some kind of gastrointestinal issue at some point. The coughing while eating could be related to lupus affecting the muscles in the esophagus (the tube connecting your mouth to your stomach), making swallowing harder than it should be. The diarrhea could have several possible causes, including:

- Lupus inflammation affecting the digestive system
- A side effect of medications like hydroxychloroquine (HCQ)
- A new food sensitivity that has developed

Some MyLupusTeam members have noticed they developed new food sensitivities seemingly out of nowhere, which can cause ongoing digestive upset. Since this has been going on for a few weeks, it's really important to loop in your doctor. Keeping a symptom journal noting what you eat, when symptoms happen, and how severe they are can be really helpful for that conversation. Don't ignore it — your healthcare team can help figure out the root cause and adjust your treatment plan if needed.

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