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Can you be treated if you have Lupus?



Can you be treated if you have Lupus?

hey,
This link tells it all:

http://arthritis.about.com/od/lupus/a/gu...

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it can be controled but not treated
Sorry you can't there has no been a cure found for Lupus. The good thing is that it could be controlled. Hope whoever has Lupus gets better!!! 鈾?
While lupus isn't cureable, it's certainly treatable!

Treatment focuses on relieving symptoms, preventing relapses (flares) and avoiding complications such as organ damage. Most patients are able to lead long, fairly normal lives with extended periods of remission disrupted by occasional flares. It is important for patients to receive regular medical care even during remissions.

There are many medications that can help relieve SLE and other forms of lupus. Typically a physician will try milder drugs and use stronger doses or medications if necessary. Medications may include:

Corticosteroids for inflammation. These may be given by mouth, by injection or in topical creams. Risks of long-term use of corticosteroids include osteoporosis, fractures, diabetes, glaucoma and cataracts.


Aspirin or other NSAIDs (nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) for inflammation, fever and pain.


Topical creams for rashes.


Anti-malaria drugs and chemotherapy drugs. Though originally developed to treat other diseases, these medications can relieve symptoms of SLE.


Intravenous immunoglobin (IVIG). This blood product may be used as an anti-inflammatory.

More info on lupus is below, complete with some great diagrams!

http://pain.health.ivillage.com/fibromya...
Yes they provide treatments through an IV directly into your veins, you can live with it, but it will always be there. Proper diet and a healthy way of living will help reduce the side effects
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