Posted 9/4/2013 7:48 AM (GMT 0)
I was recently diagnosed with drug induced Lupus, most likely due to the medication I have been taking to control my Crohn's Disease. My Rheumatologist told me there's a chance the Lupus could go away after stopping the drug, but there's also a chance it may not go away and it may be something I live with. I am hoping someone here can help me with some questions. I've had horrible pain, swelling, and redness which started in my foot and has moved up to my ankle. The doctor believes it's from Lupus. Can the pain from Lupus be excruciating at times? I've also had fevers (24/7 if not treated with tylenol, ibuprofen, and prednisone), fatigue, and some days I feel much worse than others. I don't know if this matters or not, but my ANA test came back at >1:1280. Has anyone here been diagnosed with drug induced Lupus that has never gone away? Please know, any comments or help you may have will be greatly appreciated as I am new to this and quite honestly, afraid...