Do you know what the titre came back for lupus? Usually its the ANA blood test that points at lupus and comes in a titre like 1:60 (which is considered positive). Sometimes 1:20 or 1:40 can be seen as a false positive, but talk to your doctor, they will be able to tell you what other diagnostic criteria they are using. If its just the blood test they're using, ask to see a rheumatologist. They will know better. (there are typically 11 diagnostic criteria rheumatologists use to diagnose lupus.

With feeling defeated, well, here's a *hug*. its hard dealing with chronic illness. But know we're here and cheering you on. Its ok to feel like crap and cry. It would be strange if you didn't.

Hi, MamaWolf13, and welcome to this forum of nice people. Be sure to check out the Celiac forum here on Daily Strength, where there is a group called "Sharing Our Gluten Free Recipes." We share recipes and food ideas. Sorry to hear of your struggles and sense of feeling overwhelmed. Life isn't always fair, but you can make it. I, too, have lupus, gluten-intolerance, and polymyositis. Whenever someone has a few autoimmune diseases, it often helps to know that some AI diseases like to "run in packs." However, I am sorry that you have joined that club.

In 2006 my doctor felt that I had lupus, but my ANA always came back negative, so he figured I was sero-negative. Because there was no objective proof, he wasn't able to treat me. Two years later I ended up with polymyositis. Then at the end of 2010 I had a rash that wouldn't go away and went to a dermatologist. He took a couple skin biopsies, which said I had lupus and overlapping dermatomyositis.. Autoimmune diseases can often be difficult to pinpoint or diagnose, so it can be frustrating trying to figure out what's going on. But don't feel defeated. You can live a good life despite these problems.

Remember, we're here for you. Feel free to vent whenever you need to do so. Best wishes to you.