What are the different symptoms of lupus?
Signs and Symptoms of Lupus Each person with lupus has slightly different symptoms that can range from mild to severe and may come and go over time. However, some of the most common symptoms of lupus include painful or swollen joints (arthritis), unexplained fever, and extreme fatigue. A characteristic red skin rash (the so-called butterfly or malar rash) may appear across the nose and cheeks. Rashes may also occur on the face and ears, upper arms, shoulders, chest, and hands. Because many people with lupus are sensitive to sunlight (called photosensitivity), skin rashes often first develop or worsen after sun exposure. Common Symptoms of Lupus * Painful or swollen joints and muscle pain * Unexplained fever * Red rashes, most commonly on the face * Chest pain upon deep breathing * Unusual loss of hair * Pale or purple fingers or toes from cold or stress (Raynaud’s phenomenon) * Sensitivity to the sun * Swelling (edema) in legs or around eyes * Mouth ulcers * Swollen glands * Extreme fa
