“What are the symptoms of juvenile lupus?”
My 6 year old son seems to be feeling off and has been sick. What are the symptoms of juvenile lupus?
6 Answers
Butterfly rash (skin rash over the nose bridge and cheeks, fatigue, chest pain with deep breath, mouth sores, fever, hair loss, sensitivity to light, and general discomfort. Thank you.
Fever, chills, joint pain, weakness, rash, fingers turn white or purple in cold, weight loss, leg swelling, seizure, cough, SOB, chest pain
Consult with your pediatrician for a referral and inquire about testing for this possibility.
RB Thomas,MD
RB Thomas,MD
I wouldn’t jump to the conclusion that your child has lupus. Please consult your pediatrician for evaluation.
-Extreme fatigue that doesn't go away with rest
-Joint pain, stiffness, and swelling in two or more joints
-Fever over 100°F
-Muscle pain
-Hair loss
-Skin sores and rashes (which may occur in a butterfly-shaped pattern across the cheeks and nose)
-Nose or mouth sores (usually painless)
-Skin rashes after sun exposure
-Joint pain, stiffness, and swelling in two or more joints
-Fever over 100°F
-Muscle pain
-Hair loss
-Skin sores and rashes (which may occur in a butterfly-shaped pattern across the cheeks and nose)
-Nose or mouth sores (usually painless)
-Skin rashes after sun exposure
Tiredness, no energy sometimes swelling of joints anemia poor weight gain, poor appetite, some have rashes
