Hi everyone, I am new to the site! Yesterday my blood test results came back and the GP advised me that they think it may be indicating that I have lupus and that I am going to be referred to a rheumatologist for further tests etc.
I must admit I nearly fell off my chair! I am 32 and have a one year old little girl. Before my little girl was fit and well, and since having her I've lost two stone (which I put down to breastfeeding) , felt very exausted (which again I put down to being a new mum) had some fluy episodes which i put down to being run down and returning to work (in a hospital) and some skin pain which was on and off, I've always had bad circulation. I don't really have any other symptoms. Reading symptoms online has made me feel a little terrified and also that I don't necessarily fit into the typical symptoms no rash, burning joints etc- I think I feel like I would know if I had a health condition, but perhaps I have been so busy that I wouldn't.
Has anyone here been diagnosed following childbirth or only had a few symptoms? Any advice greatly appreciated, few weeks wait untill my next tests and feeling quite apprehensive - thank you
Hi Butterfly, I don’t have any advise as a new mom (I’m an old mom!) but I just wanted to wish you the best, and tell you to hang in there. First, there is a possibility that it’s not Lupus, but rather, one of the Lupus like symptoms. Second, if it is Lupus, stay strong. You’ll learn how to manage it. It won’t be quick and it won’t be easy, but you can do this!! You will come out stronger for it.