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The doctors think i may have Lupus dose anyone know what it is exactly"?:? |
The doctors think i may have Lupus dose anyone know what it is exactly"?:? . Systemic lupus erythematosus (lupus or SLE), is a chronic disease that can cause inflammation, pain, and tissue damage throughout the body. Lupus is an autoimmune disease, in which a person's immune system attacks its own tissues as though they were foreign substances. If you develop serious lupus, you may have problems with your kidneys, heart, lungs, nervous system, or blood cells. Lupus has no single known cause. Experts believe that a combination of factors affect the immune system and trigger a reaction that causes lupus. These factors may be environmental, such as infections or hormones, or may be inherited. A person may be born with a certain genetic makeup that affects how the immune system functions or makes him or her at risk for lupus. Lupus symptoms vary widely, and they come and go. Common symptoms are fatigue, joint pain or swelling (arthritis), fever, and skin rash (often with sun exposure). Mouth sores and hair loss may occur. Over time, people with lupus can sometimes develop problems with the heart, lungs, kidneys, blood cells, or nervous system. Periods of time when symptoms get worse are called relapses or flares. Periods of time when symptoms improve are called remissions. Lupus symptoms rarely disappear completely. Lupus can take a long time to diagnose because there is no single definitive test for lupus. A diagnosis of lupus is based on a combination of signs, symptoms, and blood tests. It is easiest to diagnose lupus if you have typical symptoms and your blood tests positive for certain proteins called antinuclear antibodies, or ANA. A positive ANA suggests possible autoimmune disease, but by itself does not confirm a diagnosis of lupus. There is no known cure for lupus. You can control mild to moderate lupus symptoms with proper self-care, such as appropriate rest, exercise, and avoiding sun exposure. Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) or antimalarial medications can also help manage symptoms. If you have severe lupus, especially if it involves vital organs, your doctor may recommend corticosteroids or other medications that suppress the immune system. For more info see the following site: . Source(s): http://lupus.webmd.com/guide/lupus-syste... I believe it is a disease that puts white patches all over your body, and u have to put cream on it 2-3 times a day. I really dont know what causes it though. Sorry!! Lupus Fact Sheet ------------------------------... What is lupus? What are the symptoms of lupus? What are the different forms of lupus? Who gets lupus? What causes lupus? How is lupus diagnosed? How is lupus treated? What is lupus? Lupus is a widespread and chronic (lifelong) autoimmune disease that, for unknown reasons, causes the immune system to attack the body's own tissue and organs, including the joints, kidneys, heart, lungs, brain, blood, or skin. The immune system normally protects the body against viruses, bacteria, and other foreign materials. In an autoimmune disease like lupus, the immune system loses its ability to tell the difference between foreign substances and its own cells and tissue. The immune system then makes antibodies directed against "self." What are the symptoms of lupus? Symptoms of lupus often mimic other less serious illnesses. Symptoms can range from mild to life-threatening. Lupus can go into periods where symptoms are not present, called remission. Although lupus can affect any part of the body, most people experience symptoms in only a few organs. The following lists the most common symptoms of lupus and the percentage of lupus patients who experience them. Symptom Percentage of Cases Achy joints (arthralgia) 95% Frequent fevers of more than 100 degrees F. 90% Arthritis (swollen joints) 90% Prolonged or extreme fatigue 81% Skin rashes 74% Anemia 71% Kidney involvement 50% Pain in the chest on deep breathing (pleurisy) 45% g Butterfly-shaped rash across the cheek and nose 42% Sun or light sensitivity (photosensitivity) 30 We have had tremendous success helping people who had Lupus with Herbal supplements. if you live in North America I can have you speak to the formulator. let me know. Nutritionist Consultant What dose, what do you mean dose, like how many per day? I have a whole paper and power point on it from anatomy class if you want me to email it to you. Feel free to email me at lissa1416@yahoo.com if you want it. |
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