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What Causes Blurred Vision And Hand Pain When Suffering From Lupus?
I have lupus and dermatomyositis. I am currently taking 20 ml of steroids a n 500 ml of cellcept a day. I have been o both for six weeks, I am experiencing blurry vision and a lot of pain in my hands and I am not healing at all from simple cuts or bruises, is it the meds? Should start tapering the steroids? Serena
Tue, 2 May 2023
Hi,
Blurred vision and hand pain are symptoms that can occur in people with lupus and dermatomyositis. It is important to discuss these symptoms with your doctor as they may be related to your medications or underlying condition. Steroids such as prednisone can cause side effects such as blurred vision, particularly if taken for a long time or at high doses. Similarly, CellCept (mycophenolate mofetil) can cause side effects such as gastrointestinal symptoms and may affect wound healing.
Your doctor may recommend tapering the steroids gradually, particularly if you have been on them for a prolonged period. They may also want to adjust their dosage of Cellcept or switch to a different medication.
It is important to have regular follow-up appointments with your doctor to monitor your symptoms and adjust your treatment plan as needed. Additionally, managing stress, getting adequate rest, and maintaining a healthy lifestyle can help improve symptoms and overall well-being.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Priyanka, General & Family Physician
Blurred vision and hand pain are symptoms that can occur in people with lupus and dermatomyositis. It is important to discuss these symptoms with your doctor as they may be related to your medications or underlying condition. Steroids such as prednisone can cause side effects such as blurred vision, particularly if taken for a long time or at high doses. Similarly, CellCept (mycophenolate mofetil) can cause side effects such as gastrointestinal symptoms and may affect wound healing.
Your doctor may recommend tapering the steroids gradually, particularly if you have been on them for a prolonged period. They may also want to adjust their dosage of Cellcept or switch to a different medication.
It is important to have regular follow-up appointments with your doctor to monitor your symptoms and adjust your treatment plan as needed. Additionally, managing stress, getting adequate rest, and maintaining a healthy lifestyle can help improve symptoms and overall well-being.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Priyanka, General & Family Physician
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