Lupus Support Group

Lupus is an auto-immune disease in which the immune system cannot distinguish between threats (like viruses and bacteria), and healthy cells and tissue. As a result, the body produces antibodies that inflict cell damage, most commonly targeting joints, skin, kidneys and the nervous system. Join the group and find support for coping with lupus.

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deleted_user
deleted_user
when i get sick i stay sick longer then normal people do. is that one way lupus effects you. I also get bruises on my body that just show up and stays for a long time. i have a bruise from when i was in the hospital back in may from the iv and still as not gone away.
dani11brunson24
dani11brunson24
I'm sorry to tell u but yes that's frm ur Lupus. I go through the same thing. Lups is a auto iummune, so it really take ur engery. If ur white count is low that can me a factor too. U have any questions feel free 2 ask me.
deleted_user
deleted_user
The way it was described to me is ..if someone gives u a cold its like us geting the flu. we will stay sicker longer because our immune systems have to work harder to fight off the "virus" Lupus is unfortunatley the main suspect for this.
mechellebelle
mechellebelle
that's why I'm known as the SOAP and Handwashing NAZI at my house. last time my son gave me a cold, he was over it in 3 days and I had lingering effects of it for 6 weeks. I am deteremined to to have that happen again.
deleted_user
deleted_user
Sorry your going through such a tough time, but yes, this is normal when you have Lupus. It can also happen if your taking prednisone for a long period of time. It's very important that you not be around anyone sick. If your on immune suppressant they make you vulnerable to colds and other types of infections...God Bless>>>Belief
deleted_user
deleted_user
thanks for helping me out. its good to know that. i work with kids so its hard to stay away from them when they are sick. so i get sick all the time especilly during the winter season.
deleted_user
deleted_user
Get some airborne (pharmacy OTC) it was formulated by a schoolteacher who always got sick...now she is a millionaire. It is like alka seltzer, and its a bit pricey but has all the vitamins and herbs to help you fight a cold and increase your immune system...
deleted_user
deleted_user
thank you i will try airborne
deleted_user
deleted_user
The handwashing is right. Wash, wash and wash agin. Soap kills bactria.Any soap will do.Stay away from crowdes the more people the better chance of running into someone who can infect you with thier cold.
IV's leave marks that can last for months on people with out lupus. On us they last even longer.If the hurt try a warm heating pad. The heat helps the blood to reabsorb back into the tissue, but NOT hot just warm.
I thought my IV marks would never go away seemed like I could still feel the knots there for 6 months.
And the one word everyone with lupus hears get your REST, it helps heal the body and the spirit. Take care Deb
deleted_user
deleted_user
thank you deb i will try the warming thing on it.
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