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Where can I find a full list of Lupus symptoms please?

A MyLupusTeam Member asked a question 💭
Anadarko, OK
September 13
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A MyLupusTeam Member

Symptoms can vary from person to person with the different make up we all have. Keep track of all you are experiencing to create a curated list for yourself.

September 16
A MyLupusTeam Member

I think it's worth noting that it's impossible to provide a complete list of symptoms, Angela, since lupus can affect nearly every part of the body in various ways. Malaise, or a flu-like feeling, and weakness are among the common symptoms that AI didn't mention. I hope you're doing well, stable, and keeping your stress levels low.

September 14
MyLupusTeam

Great question! Lupus can show up in so many different ways, and symptoms can vary quite a bit from person to person. Here's a helpful overview of the most commonly reported symptoms, organized by area of the body:

General Symptoms
- Fatigue or persistent tiredness
- Fever
- Unintentional weight changes
- Reduced appetite
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Great question! Lupus can show up in so many different ways, and symptoms can vary quite a bit from person to person. Here's a helpful overview of the most commonly reported symptoms, organized by area of the body:

General Symptoms
- Fatigue or persistent tiredness
- Fever
- Unintentional weight changes
- Reduced appetite
- Swelling in the legs, ankles, or feet

Skin & Hair
- Butterfly-shaped rash across the nose and cheeks
- Other rashes across the body
- Hair loss
- Sensitivity to sunlight
- Mouth or nose sores

Joints & Muscles
- Joint pain, swelling, or stiffness
- Muscle aches or weakness

Heart & Lungs
- Chest pain
- Shortness of breath or breathing difficulty
- Fast heartbeat or palpitations

Brain & Nervous System
- Brain fog or confusion
- Headaches
- Memory problems
- Lightheadedness or dizziness
- Seizures

Kidneys
- Changes in urine
- Swelling in the legs or feet
- High blood pressure

Other
- Dry or red eyes
- Bleeding or bruising
- Anemia (low red blood cells)
- Blood clots In a survey of MyLupusTeam members, the top 5 most reported symptoms were fatigue, painful swollen joints, sleep problems, general pain, and skin rashes. Nearly 3 in 4 members also reported depression or anxiety alongside their lupus.

It's worth noting that symptoms can flare up and then ease off, and not everyone experiences all of them. Keeping a note of your symptoms — including when they happen and how often — can be really helpful when talking to your doctor or rheumatologist.

September 13

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