Some Pointers

A reprint from Lupus UK http://www.lupusuk.com, accessed 19 September, 2002

Study of many thousands of lupus patients across the world has led to the recognition of the following as possible early pointers of lupus. Only one or two of the pointers may be in evidence.

Rashes, facial or elsewhere		Teenage "growing pains"
Teenage migraine		Teenage glandular fever
Agoraphobia/claustrophobia		Severe reaction to insect bites
Finger flexing difficulty		Recurrent miscarriages
Menstrual cycle problems		Family history of immune system illness
Dry eyes/mouth		Low lymph count
Normal CRP and raised ESR		Borderline C4 complement levels
Dry Shirmer's test (eyes)		eg. Septrin or sulphonamide allergy

The list is not exhaustive and, whilst the GP or specialist should be mindful of the above possibilities, he or she will be guided by the diagnostic criteria.
 

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