Karin Ewing, 26, an e-learning and instructional specialist in Cincinnati, OH, was diagnosed with lupus six years ago and has had Raynaud’s phenomenon in her hands for some time. About nine months ago ...

Raynaud's phenomenon is common in people with lupus and when active, results in poor circulation to the hands and feet. Smoking contributes to blood vessel spasms and can magnify the effect of Raynaud ...

changes in the colour of your fingers and toes when cold, anxious or stressed, and heightened sensitivity to sunlight, which can trigger or worsen rashes. “Lupus has a broad range of symptoms ...

CHLE occurs when sores and hardened skin develop on the fingers and toes. Like chilblain lupus, changes in the immune system are responsible for symptoms. Chilblain lupus erythematosus (CHLE ...

Cold-related symptoms: Fingers and toes may become painful and change color in response to cold, a condition known as Raynaud’s phenomenon. Kidney issues: Lupus can lead to kidney inflammation ...

Lupus is stress related, it was a combination of things in my life. I woke up one morning and I couldn’t move my finger,' she said. Kelle, who has developed a stutter as a result of the ...