New to Lupus.......travel advice

[Char0209]

Hi Guys. I have been diagnosed today with SLE after discovering DVT in my right leg last week. In five weeks time (30th April) I'm due to begin a 5 month sabbatical from work in order to go traveling in Canada, USA, SE Asia, China and Japan.

I am being discharged today on Clexane injections until next week when I will have two urgent outpatient appointments with Rheumatology and Haematology to discuss long term medication/treatment. Can anyone suggest a good and reputable travel insurance company? Does anyone else have difficulty with travel. Fortunately, my current symptoms do not include any joint pain or fatigue, just the DVT.

Any advice welcome

[Paul_Howard Partner LUPUS UK]

Hi Char0209,

We have a list of travel insurance providers who have been recommended by our members. You can see it at lupusuk.org.uk/living-with-...

Please let me know if you need any more information about your diagnosis. We have a free info pack that I would be happy to send you. Just send me a private message or email [e-mail] with your name and address if you'd like one.