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How Do I Distinguish Lupus Flare From Fibro?
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I was diagnosed shortly ago and doctor first gave me 75mg of Lyrica every night, But now he gave me 25 mg of lyrica twice a day and told to manage my pain myself.
So when do I know it's lupus when it is fibro?

posted June 25, 2021 (edited)
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A MyFibroTeam Member

Fibro and Lupus have so many of the same symptoms. The doctors tested me for Lupus several times over 20 years ago. It was always negative. If you have had a positive lupus test and have never been diagnosed with fibromyalgia, then presume it is the lupus. Feel better soon! . 💗

posted July 1, 2021 (edited)
A MyFibroTeam Member

Take the test and they will let know. There is a tes

posted June 29, 2021
A MyFibroTeam Member

Did you have a test for lupus?

posted June 28, 2021
A MyFibroTeam Member

Thank you for the feedback @A MyFibroTeam Member.

posted July 2, 2021
A MyFibroTeam Member

Sorry there is a test for Lupus.

posted June 30, 2021

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