Lupus & pain in my heel

[QueenV]

I have SLE & for the past couple of months my heel has become so painful I can't even rest it on the settee or in bed. I have to put a pillow under my leg. Could this be a lupus thing? Thanks x

[Poshcards]

Sounds like Plantar Facieitis (not sure of spelling!) I have Lupus and I have suffered from this on and off over the years.

[QueenV in reply to Poshcards]

Hi what treatment did you receive & what meds did you take for the pain? Thanks!

[lupus-support1 Administrator]

Welcome to LUpus Patients Understanding & Support (LUPUS) at HealthUnlocked.

It sounds as if you may have some inflammation in your heel. However, only a doctor can diagnose this. You could try an anti-inflammatory gel (NSAID gel) which a chemist can advise you after explaining your problem.

We also have another website called the LuPUS Message Board where you can also post questions and talk to other people. Registration is FREE and we offer free information and free online psychological support. We specialise in psychological support with our own counsellor/psychotherapist available.

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I look forward to talking with you more!

Sometimes we need to talk to people who understand and who are not family or friends.

With good wishes,

Ros

[Poshcards]

hi, there isn't a treatment as such, but consultant recommended gel heel inserts for shoes and because I AM SENSITIVE TO A LOT OF PAINKILLERS, I THINK I MUST HAVE ONLY TAKEN PARACETOMOL. Also I think I had some cortisone injections up through the bottom of my heel. You need to get proffesional advice though to be sure x