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Have Systemic Lupus. Dizziness, Cold Sweating, Nausea, Shakiness. Taking Benlysta Infusions. Due To Low Blood Sugar?

I was diagnosed with systemic lupus that effects my blood. I am prone to blood clots and my platlets drop when I am flaring. I am currently taking Benlysta infusions at 120mg 1x per month. In fact today I go in for my infusion. I am also taking plaquinil 200 mg 2x daily and doxycycline 1x daily(night). **I was sitting at my desk and suddenly, I got dizzy, extreme cold sweating(dripping) all over, nausiated and very shakey. I placed my head between my legs because my eyes felt like they were sinking in the back of my head. I eat every 2 to 3 hours and I doudbt it was for low blood sugar , but I guess it could have been. I am freezing right now, because all my clothing is damp. I ate a candy bar and I feel better now, though still shakey and cold.
Fri, 23 Nov 2012
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Hello,
It is possible that you have an occult source if infection, usually an urinary tract infection that can cause these symptoms.
So please get a urine dipstick done and ask them to send for culture sensitivity studies as you are on immunosuppressants. Normally if the urine dipstick was borderline abnormal, they wont send but ensure this is done due to the medications you take for lupus.
Also a thyroid function, complete hemogram, CRP, U&Es must be done at the same time.

Best Wishes.
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Have Systemic Lupus. Dizziness, Cold Sweating, Nausea, Shakiness. Taking Benlysta Infusions. Due To Low Blood Sugar?

Hello, It is possible that you have an occult source if infection, usually an urinary tract infection that can cause these symptoms. So please get a urine dipstick done and ask them to send for culture sensitivity studies as you are on immunosuppressants. Normally if the urine dipstick was borderline abnormal, they wont send but ensure this is done due to the medications you take for lupus. Also a thyroid function, complete hemogram, CRP, U&Es must be done at the same time. Best Wishes.