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.
i have never really had anyone explain the true meaning of a flare up. i just assumed it was the mega bad aches and pains i get. so whats the explaination of a "flare up"?
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A flare is when the lupus symptoms become active. The severity of flares vary from person to person.
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For me there are little flare ups and major flare ups and fortunatly lots of time with almost no symptoms at all. The little ones last a few days to a few months and I loose some hair, have a little fever in the evenings, get a little tired, have some arthrits pain and peripheral neuropathy and maybe a little depression. The major flare ups can land me in the hospital with swelling in my brain, major depression, psychosis, seisures, extreem fatigue, arthritis that seizes up my joints and really painful peripheral neuropathy to the point I can't hold a pencil or button my pants. It is different for everyone depending on what organ systems the lupus affects.
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wow that really help me. thank you soo much! really! ~Sarina*
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theatre and I are there already. I'm having a very berry tea with crackers, cheese and cherry tomatoes and she's having a joint with some beer and we're both on really comfy recliners on thick pile carpet. we need some help with the decor if anyone is around??
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I'm trying to exercise daily. I was doing fairly well until I sprained my ankle 2 weeks ago but now I'm getting back on the horse. Today I walked over a mile with my arm weights that are about 22lbs total. I was out of shape and it was hard on my arms. I also did my 30 situps. I'm also going to drink a lot of water and try to eat healthy. I do tend to have a sweet tooth but I'm cutting...
