Because lupus can affect so many different organs, a wide range of signs and symptoms can occur. These symptoms may come and go, and different symptoms may appear at different times during the course of the disease.
The most common symptoms of lupus (which are the same for men and women) are:
Many of these symptoms occur in other illnesses. In fact, lupus is sometimes called "the great imitator" because its symptoms are often like the symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis, blood disorders, fibromyalgia, diabetes, thyroid problems, Lyme disease, and a number of heart, lung, muscle, and bone diseases.
You play an important role in helping your doctor manage your disease. Listen to your body, ask questions and stay involved.
Lupus Foundation of America, Philadelphia Tri-State Chapter
101 Greenwood Avenue, Suite 200
Jenkintown, PA 19046
215.517.5070
866.517.5070
Fax: 215.517.8483
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