Hi there, my SLE is flaring at the moment and having been on mycophenelate mofetil (after Azathioprine caused liver problems) for 4 months I don't think it's helping. Currently problems with my feet, ankles, legs and toes. Horrendous pain like severe tendonitis in both ankles, extends to feet and calfs and proving difficult and very painful to walk.
GP referred to possible Raynauds yesterday as my toes are frequently swollen, and bright, bright red, they become very painful, and are either freezing cold and purple (but not blue) or are very red and feel like they're going to fall off.
I'm also having pain in right lung area, like stabbing or pins and needles - GP queries neuropathic pain? Also my skin is going mad with sores developing and also purple (I think it's livedo reticularis) looks like blood vessels on the skin.
Any suggestion? I've rung and e-mailed consultant, and rheumy helpline but neither have replied to me.
Thanks
ps - GP has faxed hospital asking for me to be seen.