Hip and leg pain can definitely be part of a lupus flare, but it's worth knowing there are a couple of possible explanations worth discussing with your doctor.
Lupus flares often come with a combination of symptoms, including:
- Joint and muscle pain
- Fatigue
- Fever
- Headaches or rashes
If your hip and leg pain is showing Show Full Answer
Hip and leg pain can definitely be part of a lupus flare, but it's worth knowing there are a couple of possible explanations worth discussing with your doctor.
Lupus flares often come with a combination of symptoms, including:
- Joint and muscle pain
- Fatigue
- Fever
- Headaches or rashes
If your hip and leg pain is showing up alongside any of these, it could well be a flare. There's also a condition called avascular necrosis (AVN) that affects some people with lupus, where reduced blood flow causes bone damage — particularly in the hips. It can cause joint pain, stiffness, and muscle spasms. Long-term corticosteroid use can be a contributing factor.
One MyLupusTeam member shared, "Prednisone destroyed my hips. I've had three surgeries in seven years."
It's really important to flag hip and leg pain with your doctor sooner rather than later, as catching any bone-related issues early can make a big difference in treatment options.
July 17
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