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What Causes Weakness In Legs Of A Person Suffering With Lupus?

I have had sle lupus for quite a few years now an d have recently began having weakness in my legs at times it feels as though they are going to give out on me if I don t sit in fact I have fallen a few times my question is does this mean or suggest that I will end up in a wheelchair soon than later
Wed, 22 Jun 2016
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It's common for people with lupus to experience muscle aches and pain (myalgias) or have inflammation of certain muscle groups (myositis), which causes weakness and loss of strength. and More than 90 percent of people with lupus will experience it
This weakness may be caused by an underlying medical problem, such as anemia, fibromyalgia, depression, or a kidney or thyroid problem. And in some cases, it can be a side effect of medication

Doing exercise will help you , Although its not easy if you’re feeling tired, but exercise can actually boost your energy level
also Take time to relax before bedtime, A warm shower or bath can help.
Avoid alcohol and food or drinks that contain caffeine after dinnertime.
Don’t watch TV right before bedtime because it can be distracting. Read a book instead
sleep at least for 7-8 hour as it’s important to develop good sleeping habits
lastly if you want to have energy for the activities that r most important to u, then it’s a must. Focus on listening to ur body and saying no to activities u know will leave u exhausted. Do what u need to do for urself

finally i would strongly suggest you to see Your dr for further evaluation of the condition

I hope it help
Thanks & Get well Soon
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What Causes Weakness In Legs Of A Person Suffering With Lupus?

Hi, Welcome To HCM & Thanks For Asking Your Query Here It s common for people with lupus to experience muscle aches and pain (myalgias) or have inflammation of certain muscle groups (myositis), which causes weakness and loss of strength. and More than 90 percent of people with lupus will experience it This weakness may be caused by an underlying medical problem, such as anemia, fibromyalgia, depression, or a kidney or thyroid problem. And in some cases, it can be a side effect of medication Doing exercise will help you , Although its not easy if you’re feeling tired, but exercise can actually boost your energy level also Take time to relax before bedtime, A warm shower or bath can help. Avoid alcohol and food or drinks that contain caffeine after dinnertime. Don’t watch TV right before bedtime because it can be distracting. Read a book instead sleep at least for 7-8 hour as it’s important to develop good sleeping habits lastly if you want to have energy for the activities that r most important to u, then it’s a must. Focus on listening to ur body and saying no to activities u know will leave u exhausted. Do what u need to do for urself finally i would strongly suggest you to see Your dr for further evaluation of the condition I hope it help Thanks & Get well Soon