Do you want to know more about Lupus? If so stay tuned for the next 4 pages and I will tell you everything you want to learn about lupus! Lupus is a chronic autoimmune disease that can damage any part of the body such as skin, joints, and organs.
In lupus, something goes wrong with the immune system, which is the part of the body that fights off viruses, bacteria, and germs such as the flu. Sometimes our immune systems produce proteins called antibodies, they protect the body from these invaders.
Lupus is not a contagious disease, not even through sexual contact. You can’t just get lupus from someone or give lupus to someone. Cancer is a condition of malignant, abnormal tissues that grow rapidly and spread into surrounding tissues. Lupus is an autoimmune disease. However, some treatments for lupus may include immunosuppressant drugs that are also used in chemo. Lupus is also not like or related to HIV. In HIV or AIDS the immune system is underactive. In lupus, the immune system is overactive. Lupus can range from mild to life-threatening and should always be treated by a doctor. With good medical care, most people with lupus can live a full life. No two cases of lupus are exactly the same. Signs and symptoms may come on suddenly or develop slowly. These symptoms may be mild or severe, and may be temporary or permanent. Most people with lupus have mild disease characterized by episodes called flares when signs and symptoms get worse for a while, then improve or even disappear completely for a time. The signs and symptoms of lupus that you experience will depend on which body systems are affected by the disease. The most common signs and symptoms include Fatigue, Fever, Joint pain, stiffness and swelling, Butterfly-shaped rash on the face that covers the cheeks and bridge of the nose or rashes elsewhere on the body. Skin lesions that appear or worsen with sun exposure, Fingers and toes that turn white or blue when exposed to cold or during stressful periods, Shortness of breath, Chest pain, Dry eyes and finally Headaches, confusion and memory loss. Some very common causes of Lupus include the …show more content…
Although lupus affects people of all ages, it's most often diagnosed between the ages of 15 and 45. Lupus is more common in African-Americans, Hispanics and Asian-Americans.
Some complications that can be faced when you have lupus, Lupus can cause serious kidney damage, and kidney failure is one of the leading causes of death among people with lupus. If your brain is affected by lupus, you may experience headaches, dizziness, behavior changes, vision problems, and even strokes or seizures. Many people with lupus experience memory problems and may have difficulty expressing their thoughts.
Blood and blood vessels. Lupus may lead to blood problems, including anemia and increased risk of bleeding or blood clotting. It can also cause inflammation of the blood vessels. Having lupus increases your chances of developing an inflammation of the chest cavity lining, which can make breathing painful. Bleeding into lungs and pneumonia also are possible.
Other complications that can be faced are the following below. Lupus can cause inflammation of your heart muscle, your arteries or heart membrane (pericarditis). The risk of cardiovascular disease and heart attacks increases greatly as
In lupus, something goes wrong with the immune system, which is the part of the body that fights off viruses, bacteria, and germs such as the flu. Sometimes our immune systems produce proteins called antibodies, they protect the body from these invaders.
Lupus is not a contagious disease, not even through sexual contact. You can’t just get lupus from someone or give lupus to someone. Cancer is a condition of malignant, abnormal tissues that grow rapidly and spread into surrounding tissues. Lupus is an autoimmune disease. However, some treatments for lupus may include immunosuppressant drugs that are also used in chemo. Lupus is also not like or related to HIV. In HIV or AIDS the immune system is underactive. In lupus, the immune system is overactive. Lupus can range from mild to life-threatening and should always be treated by a doctor. With good medical care, most people with lupus can live a full life. No two cases of lupus are exactly the same. Signs and symptoms may come on suddenly or develop slowly. These symptoms may be mild or severe, and may be temporary or permanent. Most people with lupus have mild disease characterized by episodes called flares when signs and symptoms get worse for a while, then improve or even disappear completely for a time. The signs and symptoms of lupus that you experience will depend on which body systems are affected by the disease. The most common signs and symptoms include Fatigue, Fever, Joint pain, stiffness and swelling, Butterfly-shaped rash on the face that covers the cheeks and bridge of the nose or rashes elsewhere on the body. Skin lesions that appear or worsen with sun exposure, Fingers and toes that turn white or blue when exposed to cold or during stressful periods, Shortness of breath, Chest pain, Dry eyes and finally Headaches, confusion and memory loss. Some very common causes of Lupus include the …show more content…
Although lupus affects people of all ages, it's most often diagnosed between the ages of 15 and 45. Lupus is more common in African-Americans, Hispanics and Asian-Americans.
Some complications that can be faced when you have lupus, Lupus can cause serious kidney damage, and kidney failure is one of the leading causes of death among people with lupus. If your brain is affected by lupus, you may experience headaches, dizziness, behavior changes, vision problems, and even strokes or seizures. Many people with lupus experience memory problems and may have difficulty expressing their thoughts.
Blood and blood vessels. Lupus may lead to blood problems, including anemia and increased risk of bleeding or blood clotting. It can also cause inflammation of the blood vessels. Having lupus increases your chances of developing an inflammation of the chest cavity lining, which can make breathing painful. Bleeding into lungs and pneumonia also are possible.
Other complications that can be faced are the following below. Lupus can cause inflammation of your heart muscle, your arteries or heart membrane (pericarditis). The risk of cardiovascular disease and heart attacks increases greatly as