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With lupus, am I missing anything by staying out of the sun?

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David Zelman, MDDavid Zelman, MDSUCCESS!
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Lupus patients are rightfully told to avoid the sun since it can flare the disease.

But guess what... by doing so you are setting yourself up for Vit D deficiency. Vitamin D is manufactured in your body after sun exposure, but can also be taken by mouth. Vitamin D has effects on the immune system, bone health, and cardiovascular problems, as well as other effects.

You should get at least 1000 IU daily and adults can safely take up to 2000 IU per day. Many multivitamins contain Vit D; Check the labels to see how much.

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