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Chronic flare since cold weather-anyone else?

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Hi friends.

Since Sunday the temperature has dropped to 3-5 degrees overnight and then about 8 degrees Celsius in the day.

I've been in a bad way since and wondered if it's connected to the weather OR hormones as since having chemotherapy I have not had a period since April.

Be good to hear from anyone out there with similar experience.

Take care friends. 🌻

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The cold weather makes my RA flare. Joints swell, stiffen and ache . Turn up the heating 😉

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PositiveT• in reply to

Thanks. I have Myositis, Lupus and RA along with Raynaurds. Was diagnosed Spring this year. Not sure which disease is causing the pain!🤣😘 Staying warm definitely helps. 🌻

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murtoz• in reply toPositiveT

I can strongly recommend a heated blanket to deal with aches etc. I like the dreamland throws.

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PositiveT• in reply tomurtoz

Hi Murtoz, great tip! Have an enjoyable day.🌻

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Tanitani

I didnt notice any correlation with weather. The only thing that is connected is that I get a migraine when athmosferic pressure suddenly changes

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PositiveT• in reply toTanitani

Thanks Tanitani. This is interesting to know. I hope you keep well.🌻

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Tangerine25

I don’t have lupus but dealing with fibromyalgia and probably Sjögren’s syndrome, and seeing a rheumatologist to be diagnosed with psoriatic arthritis soon. I have noticed the pain in joints is worse and more constant with the weather change too unfortunately. I try to stay as warm as possible that helps, and stretching first thing in the morning too.

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PositiveT• in reply toTangerine25

Yes it appears that the weather can affect our conditions. Stretching tips are a great idea - sadly I have to wait for the pain to subside first. Thank you for sharing. At least I feel I'm not alone. Keep warm and well.🌻

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Tangerine25• in reply toPositiveT

I hope your pain levels become more manageable very soon. Maybe you could bring it up to your rheumatologist?Sometimes an increase in medication can help. Keep warm, cosy and stay safe 💕🌻.

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PositiveT• in reply toTangerine25

Yes I will. I have an appointment soon so will bombard him with all my issues!🤣🌻

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Tangerine25• in reply toPositiveT

Good idea 😊! Good luck at your appointment 💕

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PositiveT• in reply toTangerine25

Thank you 🌻

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KnitSewPurl

I started getting flare,/pains and migraines together with lesion spots , the last 2 days since the change of weather thought is was my missed dose but it has not stopped still there the migraines the eye pain tiredness as though it is back in vengeance also constant pain at the back of the head and eye.

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PositiveT• in reply toKnitSewPurl

Hello KnitSewPurl. In all the replies it is quite clear the weather does affect our health. I feel very sorry for you. Pain in the head area is debilitating (as well as everywhere else!). Is it stopping you from knitting,sewing and purling? It is awful for anyone who cannot do the little things due to pain. I for one am very grateful my tea caddy has a flip lid rather than a screw lid. At least I can just about make a cup of tea!😘☕ Not been able to do much else since Sunday apart from read my current book Caught by Harlan Coben. Still many people worse off than me. I hope your pain eases soon. Sending you a virtual hug. Best wishes.🌻

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KnitSewPurl• in reply toPositiveT

it is much much better today but alittle heavy heady like feel I am sure some of you know what it means but better . At least I can go about doing things and get my booster jab the most important thing . Yes , I manage to sew yesterday but not the day before could not focus at all it was quite painful all over but still force myself to do some sewing late to the night to take that pain away to focus 2 days ago.,this I certainly I would not be able to do with my knitting . I have knitted my way thought pain but it has never been able to helped me focus that much as my sewing

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It’s brilliant to have a focus and aim when suffering, it really does help get through the bad days. 🧶

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PositiveT• in reply toKnitSewPurl

Glad to hear you are a little better. It is a bit warmer here today so fingers crossed I will feel a bit better too!🤞🌻 Keep going with the sewing and knitting! Sadly my hands are too swollen at the mo. Have a better day lovely. 😘

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Hamptons

Oh yes, I am a walking barometer. The old wives tales of predicting weather based on which joint ached are very true.

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PositiveT• in reply toHamptons

Hello. I am sorry to hear you are affected too. It is very good we have this forum to share and chat. Hope you have a good day.🌻

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ZA31

I have UCTD - lupus and Sjögren’s and I have also seemed to flare up since the cold weather.

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PositiveT• in reply toZA31

Thank you ZA31 it is good to know I am not alone and thst is probably why I've been bad. I was starting to think something else was going on inside my complicated body!🤣😉🌻

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Tykle

Like others, I'm also affected by quick changes in temperature, especially with head and joint aches.

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PositiveT• in reply toTykle

Hi Tykle. Poor you. Many thanks for your reply. Best wishes.🌻

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