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What is systemic lupus erythematosus?

What should you know about it?

Systemic lupus erythematosus also commonly known as lupus, and is a form of autoimmune disorder. In this condition the body’s immune system attacks healthy tissues, and causes inflammation in the affected organs. Skin, blood vessels, joints, and kidneys are usually the most commonly affected.

Symptoms

What are the symptoms of systemic lupus erythematosus?

The signs and symptoms of systemic lupus erythematosus develop gradually and can be either mild or severe. These symptoms may occur on and off, and some people with lupus may experience episodes called flares. If you are experiencing any of the mentioned symptoms, reach out to a lupus specialist in Coimbatore to get an accurate diagnosis for a personalized lupus treatment. The most common symptoms of systemic lupus erythematosus

CAUSES

What are the common causes of systemic lupus erythematosus?

As mentioned above systemic lupus erythematosus is an autoimmune disease and it can be triggered by several factors. The common causes of systemic lupus erythematosus can include

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Genetics

Genetics also play a major role in developing lupus, in case your parents have been affected with lupus there are high chances of developing lupus due to genetic mutations.

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Infections

Viral or bacterial infections, including Epstein-Barr virus (EBV), are thought to trigger lupus in genetically predisposed individuals.

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Exposure to sun

Exposure to sun can trigger certain autoimmune diseases including systemic lupus erythematosus.

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Stress

Stressful events, both physical such as injury and emotional such as trauma, can trigger lupus flares or exacerbate existing symptoms.

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What are the diagnosis options for systemic lupus erythematosus?

The signs and symptoms of systemic lupus are different from person to person. These signs can change from time to time and can mimic several other health conditions. The diagnostic tests recommended for systemic lupus erythematosus by a rheumatologist can include

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What are the treatment options
For Systemic Lupus Erythematosus?

The systemic lupus treatment options are usually recommended depending on the signs and symptoms of lupus.

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It’s highly probable that a mix of your genetics and environmental factors leads to lupus. It seems that exposure to environmental triggers for lupus can cause the disease to flare up in people who have an inherited trait for it.
There are occasions when lupus results in weight gain or loss. Unintentional weight loss may result from decreased appetite or digestive system issues.
Stress may not be the direct cause of lupus, although when a person experiences severe stress and other risk factors it may trigger lupus.
This can depend on individual patients but skin, joints, blood, kidney and brain are the most commonly affected organs.
The lupus condition can range from mild to severe. And it can depend on several factors like how much part of the body is affected. People with lupus can get back to a normal life by following a healthy lifestyle and medications as prescribed.
The disease is not curable but controlled, certain interventions can prevent the occurrence of flares, they include:
  • Avoiding sunlight exposure, use of sun protection with SPF 50 and above.
  • In your diet avoid garlic and alpha sprouts.
  • Also avoid trans fatty acids
  • Aerobic exercises can help significantly in reducing fatigue and depression.
With a single test we cannot conclude that you have systemic lupus erythematosus. Doctors will diagnose this condition by enquiring your medical history and symptoms, and if required, will ask your previous medical records. Will ask you any of your family members has lupus or other autoimmune diseases.

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