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Fibromyalgia And Lupus.... Does Having Fibromyalgia Increase Chance For Lupus?
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I don't have lupus but am wondering if having fibro increases the likelihood of getting lupus? I just have noticed that there are many people with fibro that also have lupus. I have CRPS/RSD and Chronic Fatigue in addition to the fibro. Just curious....

posted October 5, 2015
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I have both. I was 1st diagnosed with Fibromyalgia because i was in pain 24/7 but when my organs (kidney, liver etc) began to be affected & failing, my Dr requested new blood work to check for Lupus (or Antibodies/ ANA) and it came back postive. Im currently on Lupus meds and I meds I take for Fibro are pretty much antidepressants. In speaking to other "Lupies" I've found that i99% of the people I speak to also have Fibro but then again both illnesses mimick each other so u never know until your doctor can rule out Lupus thru bloodwork.

posted October 6, 2015
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i was told in the early 90's that I had Lupus, this was a misdiagnosis for me, when in actuallity I have had Fibro since my early teens, for me, the research etc. I have done, I think a lot of it is a guessing game for the professionals until something exacerbates or manifests itself. Good Luck and Blessings

posted October 6, 2015
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Yes. Both illnesses are SO similar that it's so easy to be misdiagnosed. But like said before, my Dr KNEW I had Fibro (along w/ everything that comes w/ it CFS, widespread pain, trigger points etc) but he didnt know I had Lupus till I manifested problems with my vital organs and he ordered lab work to actually detect Lupus. Lupus itself is VERY painful and to have both (lupus & Fibro) is havoc on my body on a daily basis. I just keep my faith alive to stay alive and just pray that one day SOON a cure will be found for at least one!

posted October 6, 2015
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Yes, Purplebunny is correct. It's more like having Lupus almost guarantees (there's always the exception, but I doubt it) you'll have Fibromyaligia symptoms. I also have degenerated, herniated & bulging discs throughout my entire spine. My mom had 3 dics replaced in her lumbar area. My doctor also told me back problems are usually inherited. Hope this helps.

posted October 10, 2015
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Thanks for the input. as far as back problems, I already have problems with my back. Thanks again!

posted October 10, 2015

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