Lupus
Also called: Systemic Lupus Erythematosus, SLE
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Surgery is not used to treat mild or moderate symptoms of lupus (systemic lupus erythematosus, or SLE). Surgery may be considered for people with...
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Lupus is an autoimmune disease, which means that the body's natural defense system (immune system) attacks its own tissues instead of attacking...
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The chances of developing lupus (systemic lupus erythematosus, or SLE) are higher in people who:Are female.Are black.Are between the ages 15 and 45...
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Your doctor's recommendation is good. Exercise is good medicine and can help people with lupus in many ways. In addition to the benefits of walking...
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Yes. Undifferentiated connective tissue disease (UCTD) is a condition that contains features of various classical connective tissue diseases, which...
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When persons with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) have involvement of the skin of the face, several skin abnormalities can occur. These include...
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Lupus (systemic lupus erythematosus or SLE) is a condition of chronic inflammation caused by an autoimmune disease. Autoimmune diseases are illnesses...
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Lupus may be hard to diagnose. It's often mistaken for other diseases. For this reason, lupus has been called the "great imitator." The signs of...
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Go see a doctor. He or she will talk to you and take a history of your health problems. Many people have lupus for a long time before they find out...
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You need to find out what works best for you. You may find that a rheumatologist has the best treatment plan for you. Other health professionals who...
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When symptoms appear, it's called a "flare." These signs may come and go. You may have swelling and rashes one week and no symptoms at all the next...
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We don't know what causes lupus. There is no cure, but in most cases lupus can be managed. Lupus sometimes seems to run in families, which suggests...
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Lupus is an autoimmune (AW-toe-ih-MYOON) disease. Your body's immune system is like an army with hundreds of soldiers. The immune system's job is to...
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