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What Causes Headaches And Joint Pain While Suffering From Lupus?

Was tested several yrs ago & my doc said l was hiv negative after 6 months of not having intercourse. I have lupus and been taking my meds everyday to control symptoms, then suddenly having of headaches, joint pain, gastritis, and side pain. Why isnt my meds working anymore( for 3 yrs. the meds were working)lm worried that l have hiv
Fri, 12 Apr 2019
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Hello,

Lupus is an autoimmune disease & it presents with symptoms like unexplained fever, joint pains, extreme fatigue, ankle swelling, headache, body ache, hair loss, etc. You are having symptoms of lupus.

Visit the ER, get a follow up physical examination done. Your treating doctor may tell you to take a repeat antinuclear antibody test to evaluate the severity of Lupus you are suffering from.

You may need a change in the medication and treatment of the complications.

In the meantime do regular exercises, take enough sleep & do healthy eating, avoid smoking, alcohol & addictions if any.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Nupur K, General & Family Physician
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What Causes Headaches And Joint Pain While Suffering From Lupus?

Hello, Lupus is an autoimmune disease & it presents with symptoms like unexplained fever, joint pains, extreme fatigue, ankle swelling, headache, body ache, hair loss, etc. You are having symptoms of lupus. Visit the ER, get a follow up physical examination done. Your treating doctor may tell you to take a repeat antinuclear antibody test to evaluate the severity of Lupus you are suffering from. You may need a change in the medication and treatment of the complications. In the meantime do regular exercises, take enough sleep & do healthy eating, avoid smoking, alcohol & addictions if any. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Nupur K, General & Family Physician