Back again??

[Reba1]

I was diagnosed with Sjogren’s about 25 yrs ago. For about 5 of the past years the only symptom I’ve had is a dry mouth. This past 3 weeks. I’ve felt quite “Sjogren-y” About 2 every afternoon until bedtime I’ve experienced the old familiar feelings of “pre-flu”. achy joints, weak, and extremely fatigued, feeling feverish but always have a normal temp! NOT Covid ( no fever, and no sore throats, and feeling normal for half the day . feels like a a 10 hour “flare”

i wonder if it’s possible to. be asymptomatic for so many years and bam... seems as if it’s back. I’d love input! Thanks.

[Deniseelk]

Interesting it seems based upon your body’s circadian rhythms???? Worth looking into? I have RA and these are obviously the same symptoms of a flare. I have also learnt they are similar symptoms for pre-menopause and possibly in menopause. When these symptoms went on for a long time for me and after negative results for a whole host of things I decided to start HRT. I also noticed that when my Vitamin D level is higher I feel much better. It can be easy for us to assume symptoms are only related to our condition and is worth investigating other matters. Keeping a diary is very helpful. I find information from menopause_doctor invaluable too.

[SusieW2]

Yes, Vitamin D and Omeg 3 Fatty acids help with fatigue and joint pain. Here's a basic article: lifechoices.tips/pp/5-natur.... You might try an anti-inflammatory diet. I'm also a big fan of homeopathy (cell salts, etc.) and essential oils to help support the body functions.

I also have fatigue, joint pain, have trouble maintaining muscles even though I exercise. And I feel those flushes without fever, not quite hot flashes but like them.

I think sometimes we get used to certain pains and conditions and don't notice them while we're busy.

I find that Birch remedies help a little with minor pain and take it sometimes overnight. Good luck addressing your symptoms.