@~Christina

I hope the steroids and Humira bring you some relief.

Hurting sucks!

As far as that discoid lupus goes, it mainly effects the skin so non-steroidal topicals such as ointments and creams are helpful.

If it does start getting overly involved there are anti-malarial medications that help as well as immunosuppressive medications.

Other things that help are:

Avoiding exposure to sunlight (especially during peak heat times 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.)
Wearing long sleeves and hats
Using sunscreens

That still leaves unresolved questions about the source of the chronic pain not associated with the osteoarthritis.

Having CPTSD (and how that eventually impacts ones physical health) has been discussed as a possibility.

Gentle hugs to you and @lizardlady and hopes for a few good days sprinkled in there somewhere.