Rheumatoid and lupus overlap
Hello,
New to the group :) I feel so happy to have somewhere to ask questions and post my feelings not many people seem to understand!
This year I was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis and lupus has been a whirlwind as I only went to my GP with what I thought was an infection in my finger. However now diagnosed lots of things make so much sense.
I've recently been seen by a physio who found I have a positive clonus reflex and have now been referred to neurology, has anyone else had this additional symptom - wobbly reflexes is what I would call it.
Thanks
Cat
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Hello @Cat1990 and welcome to the online community.
We are a friendly and supportive group and I hope that will be your experience as well.
I believe you are enquiring about RA , Lupus and clonus reflexes the following links maybe of use .......
Please keep posting and let us know how you are getting on and I am sure others will connect with you soon.
With best wishes
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Hi,
Sorry you seem to be collecting diseases. I just have RA and OA. I think it's uncommon for RA and lupus to go together but certainly possible. As for the 'positive clonus reflex' I admit I've never heard of it. I did a check and it seems to be a neurological problem. I've never seen it mentioned on here before but I do wish you luck with it. Please let's know how you get on. Pain is pain is pain whatever the source. We can all empathise with that
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I have been referred to neurology but my symptoms have changed, I have made a GP appointment but hate feeling like I'm just pestering them 🙃 I wish I had a doctor friend that would be easier 🙈
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GP was really understanding did a full face to face neurological assessment and has made my neurology referral urgent, the last was just over the phone. He discussed MND but I guess they have to give you worst case scenario, my hopes are on a deficiency - bloods are booked in. I've also booked in to see a physio again :)
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