I have pains in my knees, fingers and elbows which give me great discomfort. I also have an under-acative thyroid which leaves me feeling very tired and drained. I work in a kitchen so am on my feet alot but this past year the pain is worse. So days are better then others. My finger joints become hot and painful.
2007-05-04 07:11:32 · 15 answers · asked by ANGIE D 1 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Other - Diseases
Lupus in its mildest form is treated with anti inflamatory tablets similar to arthritis ,also as it is an auto immune disease it can attack every bodily system,not easily diagnosed in the early stages unless you have the trademark butterfly rash it can be fatal
2007-05-04 08:07:39 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I also have Lupus - SLE. It effects everyone differently. Keep in mind Lupus is more or less an umbrella term. Many things come along with it. It randomly chooses what it will attack. Be sure to have a doctor who is a good listener and not afraid to refer you to specialist as the need arises. Webmd has a great support group for those with Lupus - take a look. Good luck.
2016-05-20 05:42:54 · answer #2 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You could have Hashimoto's thyroiditis. Like lupus and rheumatoid arthritis, it is an autoimmune disease. Lupus can imitate many other conditions. Ask for a referral to a rheumatologist for an evaluation and for an endocrinologist for the thyroid. It is entirely possible that you have autoimmune conditions in overlap.
For a diagnosis of lupus you need a rheumatologist, a complete work up and medical history, other disorders ruled out and to meet 4 of the 11 criteria set out by the American College of Rheumatology for a diagnosis of lupus.
www.lupus.org
2007-05-04 13:42:39 · answer #3 · answered by Linda R 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Why is SLE the first thing you thought of???
I don't know you, your age or your health history. I agree that it may be arthritis. If you have hypothyroidism, aren't you taking hormone replacements?? That would help with fatigue. Standing for long periods of time will affect the legs and feet, but that's a given. Buy the best shoes you can afford - shoes that support the feet well and wear support hose or socks. Flex your legs and rotate your ankles from time to time to encourage circulation. Try taking an OTC arthritis-formula pain med and see if it helps. Flex your fingers frequently. If the med doesn't give relief, see your doctor.
2007-05-04 07:21:35 · answer #4 · answered by TweetyBird 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Lupus pain is symmetric, meaning if your left foot is hurting, so should your right food.
Warm and tender feelings are associated with rhematoid arthritis, and to a lesser degree lupus.
2007-05-06 18:30:55 · answer #5 · answered by Kaye00 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Some thyroid disorders can be cured, but many require lifetime treatment. Learn here https://tr.im/W7zzq
For example, sometimes early stage thyroid cancer can be cured by surgery to remove the thyroid gland, but you will need to take thyroid hormone medication afterwards for the rest of your life. Goiters can also be surgically removed and do not always recur after surgery. In most cases, thyroid disorders need treatment over a lifetime. However, with treatment most people with thyroid disorders can live normal, healthy lives.
2016-02-08 17:22:34 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sound like rheumatoid arthritis - inflames the joints usually symmetrically all over the body.
2007-05-04 07:21:52 · answer #7 · answered by slice264 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
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2017-02-10 05:02:53 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you are attending a Doctor ask to be referred to a Specialist .You should not be working as you need to rest.
Good Luck.
2007-05-04 07:35:00 · answer #9 · answered by Patsygirl 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like arthritis or rheumatism. See your GP.
2007-05-04 07:19:39 · answer #10 · answered by jet-set 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋