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What is lupus? What's the difference between lupus and fibromyalgia?

Autoimmune Diseases | Last Active: Jun 25, 2021 | Replies (6)
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@walkers56

Hello all, I was diagnosed with fibro 2.5 years ago. I have some concerns that I may have Lupus too but I know this is a hard diagnosis. Any fibro folks with the same concern or an eventual Lupus diagnosis?

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Kanaaz Pereira, Connect Moderator | @kanaazpereira | Jul 1, 2017

Hello @walkers56,

Welcome to Connect; I'm sorry to hear about your diagnosis, and can imagine how stressful it must be. We're glad you've joined us with your questions.

Here are a few conversations you may find useful:

Fibromyalgia pain, http://mayocl.in/2rY1D4d
Chronic Pain and Fibromyalgia – alternatives to medications? http://mayocl.in/2tj9CwL
Have a few autoimmune disorders - now have consistent low grade fever http://mayocl.in/2szXyT9

You may click on any of the above links and you will be directed to conversations centered around the complications you listed. In each discussion you will meet many great members talking about what you are experiencing.

I'd also like to tag @jaynehrnyc @blindeyepug @whyus @jewel8888 @virtuous69 @sharlynn62 to bring them into this discussion with their thoughts.

@walkers56, may I ask why lupus may be a cause for concern for you? Are you experiencing any symptoms related to lupus?

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