hi, I have got an underactive thyroid which my doctor says is why I suffer from aches and pains and fatigue but the last few months I have

[china75]

had a rash on my cheeks and the pains in my neck,shoulders and back feel like ive been weightlifting. I also suffer from terrible heartburn and bloating.does anybody think I should go to my doctor and suggest I have lupus ?

[Fo1910]

Yes and orint off some of the other stories on this website and show yr dr in case he/she is not up with it. If not listened to find another dr to save time and get help. If you live in Hamilton Nz i can recommend my dr

[dgleds]

yes ask to be tested.. like get the ANA test and CRP etc....I have hypothyroid too, but have same symptoms as you, and I was told i have lupus.

[dgleds in reply to dgleds]

ps/autoimmune stuff can come in pairs,..clusters etc..

[farmerfester]

if you dont feal well you have a diagnosess go see your doc have your symtoms checked bloods etc anything else will come out .

my advice to you is be careful what you wish for and i sinceerly hope you dont have sle