Does anyone else with Lupus get sick frequently?

Question:

I have Lupus and I am constantly getting sick. I have ear infections all the time and now I have Hand, foot, mouth disease (for the second time) which is very rare in adults. I thought Lupus caused an overactive immune system? It doesn't make sense to me.

Answers:
Lupus is a rotten disease to have - my mother was diagnosed about 12 years ago and her symptoms include - arthritic pain (especially neck pain), fatigue, intolerance to sunlight, dental problems, etc

She doesn't have ear infections or the other symptoms you describe, but with such a far reaching disease there are plenty of ways Lupus can bring you down.

Do you see a specialist every 6 months? Maybe make an unscheduled appointment and see if anything can be done or administered (I know the prospect of MORE drugs would not be terribly exciting).

I feel for you

it means that you were diagnosed with an illness and you should have spoken to your doctor. ask him/her direct questions. BUY A BOOK ABOUT LUPUS

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