Re: I had a lupus test done what are some symptoms?

In Reply to: I had a lupus test done what are some symptoms? posted by Robin on October 25, 1999 at 19:09:46:

: I am afraid I might have lupus but I don't have all the symptoms that go along with lupus. Can
: you have some symptoms and not all the symptoms? I mainly have lightheadingness, very hungry,
: very cold, achey shoulders and tight chest. Lupus does run in the family and I have also had one side
: of my thyroid removed and have not been on any medication untill now and that is to keep my goiter down.
: 25mg of synthroid. All blood work came back normal for my thyroid. Can anyone inlighten me on this lupus stuff I
: get my results on thursday and I am pretty scarred. Thanks for your time.
:Robin, you should contact a local Lupus Foundation Chapter in your area--usually you can find the number right in the phone book. They are very helpful and can send you lots of info about Lupus. One rheumatologist thought that was what I had because I do hvae an unusually high ANA level. He put me on all kinds of meds, but I really had no symptoms of Lupus--for some people a high ANA is normal, so be cautious and do look for the local Lupus Foundation in your area or a bigger city near you should have the number. If that doesn't work, just call information and ask for the LUPUS FOUNDATION-they can give a phone number. Hope this helps. Paula