Hi Everyone, I am looking for some information. I had the Nuclear Ab panel done, all is in normal range and the Ana Direct is Negative BUT Ant-hitone abs is 2.8 high positive . I do NOT take any medication at all except b-12 shots and Iron infusions, that is it. Why would this be so high and the Ana negative. Does anyone here have this and have Lupus?
My symptoms are: Severe fatigue, body aches, muscle pain, joint pain, back pain, ciatic nerve trouble, swollen lymphs, daily sore throat (2 years now), headaches, swollen hands and feet, fingers turn white when cold, cold a lot, sensitive to cold/heat, very dry eyes on medication for but doesnt help, very dry skin, hair falling out, my legs are very sensitive to touch, Iron deficient anemia, b-12 and vit d is hard to keep levels up, memory issues, slurred speech, no energy, Most these symptoms have been over 10 years but are getting worst. All thyroid test are normal.
Any thoughts? Thanks!
Hi 7 hearts,
My finacee has Lupus & his antihistone AB are low ( negative) his Rheumatoid factor is always high & he also has anticardiolipitin AB. I think people present differently with lupus.I understood the ant histone AB to be linked to drug induced lupus; but I wonder if it could be a reaction to a food allergy ? Had I just think there are alot of unanswered questions with this disease.
Sorry you are having symptoms. Have you tried Lacrilube or sustayne for dry eyes ? That has been helpful for my fiancee. natural coconut oil is good for dry skin...I hope that helps. God bless u.
I have tried both for my eyes, I am now taking the RX medication Restasis with very little help, my eye doc has also put plugs in my top and bottom tear drops. I take NO medications to have drug induced lupus.. I see the doc on Friday, I'll let you know what he says....THANKS
I have raynauds phenomenon in My hands and feet they turn white,blue theme red when warm. I Have hands that are sensitive to hot and cold and I'm currently taking meds because My raynauds isn't happy. I was diagnosed with Raynauds Phenomenon in Feb. I had stared taking norvasc in April because My feet were so cold and blue in th mornings & evenings and my finger turn white and red. I also have pain in my hands an feet and sometime in legs an elbows. I wish you the best with your health and I hope you get relieve.
Almost forgot most importantly for me I have to layer clothing an wear gloves and mittens plus I've bought thick wool working blend two and big 5 and sport authority socks(I bought just about all my gloves & mittens) In the hiking an running arena I you have cold feet. I bought cool gloves from rei that I wear every morning. I'm also looking into other gloves to keep my hands warms. If you have any questions feel free to ask me about raynauds(causes cold hands & feet) I can tell you what I've learned about it or what helps me. Sorry if I'm rabbling. Have a good one.
Best wishes