So I might have lupus.

At least, my ANA came back positive. They want to wait a few months to try to confirm the diagnosis.

But it's hardly surprising. Two of my aunts have lupus; my mother and my grandmother have rheumatoid arthritis. I've had symptoms of lupus for a number of years (Raynaud's Syndrome) but lately I've been getting worse--losing hair, waking up in the middle of the night with muscle pain, incredible fatigue. Yet, no rash. Which is why, I believe, so many doctors assumed it was all stress.

But expecting it doesn't make it any less frightening.

I don't know what to think. I'm kind of in shock, actually. Are there any other lupus sufferers out there who could offer some advice? Anyone that could offer some support? Thanks...