{"id":1485,"date":"2020-04-29T11:36:50","date_gmt":"2020-04-29T11:36:50","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.blog.kayawell.com\/?p=1485"},"modified":"2020-04-30T12:32:18","modified_gmt":"2020-04-30T12:32:18","slug":"lupus-symptoms-causes-risk-factors-and-prevention","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.kayawell.com\/blog\/lupus-symptoms-causes-risk-factors-and-prevention","title":{"rendered":"Lupus- Symptoms, Causes, Risk Factors and Prevention"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Overview<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Lupus is a systemic autoimmune disease which occurs when the immune system in your body attacks your tissues and organs. Lupus-related inflammation can affect many different body systems \u00e2\u20ac\u201d including your joints, skin, kidneys, blood cells, brain, heart, and lungs. <strong>Here we&#8217;ll discuss about the Symptoms, Causes, Risk Factors and Prevention of the Lupus.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Diagnosis of\nlupus can be difficult as the signs and symptoms often resemble those of other\nconditions. In many but not all cases of lupus, the most distinctive sign of\nlupus \u00e2\u20ac\u201d a facial rash which resembles the wings of a butterfly unfolding across\nboth cheeks \u00e2\u20ac\u201d occurs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Many people\nare born with a propensity to develop lupus, which can be caused by infections,\nother drugs or even sunlight. While there is no cure for lupus, therapy will\nhelp control symptoms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_73 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\r\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\r\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\r\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\r\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kayawell.com\/blog\/lupus-symptoms-causes-risk-factors-and-prevention\/#Symptoms_of_Lupus\" title=\"Symptoms of Lupus\">Symptoms of Lupus<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kayawell.com\/blog\/lupus-symptoms-causes-risk-factors-and-prevention\/#Causes_of_Lupus\" title=\"Causes of Lupus\">Causes of Lupus<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kayawell.com\/blog\/lupus-symptoms-causes-risk-factors-and-prevention\/#Risk_factors_of_Lupus\" title=\"Risk factors of Lupus\">Risk factors of Lupus<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kayawell.com\/blog\/lupus-symptoms-causes-risk-factors-and-prevention\/#Prevention_of_Lupus\" title=\"Prevention of Lupus\">Prevention of Lupus<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Symptoms_of_Lupus\"><\/span>Symptoms of Lupus<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>No two lupus\ncases are exactly alike. Signs and symptoms may develop suddenly or gradually,\nmay be mild or extreme, and maybe temporary or lasting. Most people with lupus\nhave mild disease characterized by episodes \u00e2\u20ac\u201d known as flares \u00e2\u20ac\u201d where signs and\nsymptoms get worse for a while, then improve or even fully vanish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The signs\nand symptoms of lupus you&#8217;re experiencing can depend on which body systems the\ndisease affects. The most common signs and symptoms include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Weakness<\/li><li>Fever<\/li><li>Joint pain, stiffness and swelling<\/li><li>Butterfly-shaped rash on the face which\ncovers the cheeks and nose bridge or rashes elsewhere on the body<\/li><li>Skin lesions that occur or worsen when\nexposed to sunlight (photosensitivity)<\/li><li>Fingertips and toes when exposed to cold or\nstressful times turn into white or blue (Raynaud&#8217;s phenomenon)<\/li><li>Breath shortness<\/li><li>Chest pain<\/li><li>Dry eyes<\/li><li>Headaches, confusion and loss of memory<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>When to see a doctor<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\ndevelop an unexplained rash, recurring fever, constant pain or exhaustion, see\nyour doctor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Causes_of_Lupus\"><\/span><strong>Causes of<\/strong> Lupus<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Lupus\nhappens when the immune system &amp;#40; autoimmune disease&amp;#41; destroys\nhealthy tissue in your body. Lupus is usually the product of a mixture of your\ngenetics and your atmosphere.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It appears\nthat people with an inherited predisposition for lupus may develop the disease\nwhen they come in contact with something that can cause lupus. However, in most\ncases the cause of lupus is unclear. Possible causes include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Sunny<\/strong>: Sun exposure can cause lupus\nskin lesions or can induce an internal reaction in susceptible individuals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Infections:<\/strong> In some cases, having an\ninfection can trigger lupus or cause a relapse in a certain case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Medicines:<\/strong>&nbsp;\nSome types of blood pressure drugs, anti-seizure medicines, and\nantibiotics may cause lupus. People who have lupus caused by the drug usually\nget better when not taking the medication. Rarely, symptoms can continue even\nafter stopping the medication.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Risk_factors_of_Lupus\"><\/span><strong>Risk factors of<\/strong> <strong>Lupus <\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Factors\nwhich can increase the lupus risk include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Your sex:<\/strong> Lupus is often more common\namongst women.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Age:<\/strong> While lupus affects people of\nall ages, but it is diagnosed most commonly between 15 and 45 of ages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Race:<\/strong> Lupus is often more prevalent in\nAfrican Americans, Hispanics and Asian Americans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Complications&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Lupus-caused\ninflammation can affect many parts of your body, including your:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Kidneys:<\/strong> Lupus may trigger severe damage\nto the kidneys and kidney failure is one of the leading causes of death in\nlupus&#8217;s people.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Brain and central nervous system:<\/strong> If lupus\naffects your brain, you can experience headaches, dizziness, and changes in behavior,\nvision problems and even strokes or seizures. Many people with lupus have\nmemory issues and may have difficulty sharing their thoughts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Blood and blood vessels:<\/strong> Lupus can\ncause problems the blood, including anaemia and increased risk of bleeding or\nblood clotting. It can also cause blood vessels to become inflamed\n(vasculitis).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Lungs:<\/strong> Having lupus raises the risk of\nexperiencing inflammation of the layer of the chest cavity (pleurisy), which\nmay make breathing painful. Also, likely to bleed into the lungs and pneumonia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Heart:<\/strong> Lupus can trigger your heart\nmuscle, arteries or heart membrane (pericarditis) to swelling. Often, the risk\nof heart attacks and cardiovascular disease rises significantly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Other types of complications<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Having lupus\nalso increases your risk of:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Infection:<\/strong> People with lupus are more\nsusceptible to infection because the disease can weaken the immune system, as\nwell as its treatments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Cancer:<\/strong> Getting lupus raises cancer\nrisk, but the risk is low.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Bone tissue death (avascular necrosis):<\/strong> It occurs\nwhen blood flow to a bone reduces, often leading to tiny breaks in the bone and\neventually to collapse of the bone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Pregnancy complications:<\/strong> There is an\nincreased risk of miscarriage among women with lupus. The risk of high blood\npressure during pregnancy (preeclampsia) and premature birth rises with lupus.\nDoctors also suggest a delay in pregnancy until the condition has been under\ncontrol for at least six months, to reduce the likelihood of such\ncomplications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Prevention_of_Lupus\"><\/span><strong>Prevention of<\/strong> <strong>Lupus<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You cannot\nautomatically cure lupus but you can be prevented causes that trigger the\nsymptoms. For example, you can:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If sun\nexposure causes a rash, restrict your time in direct sunlight. You should also\nwear a 70 or higher SPF sunscreen, which blocks both UVA and UVB rays.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Try to avoid\nmedicines, if possible, it makes more sun-sensitive. It includes minocycline\n(Minocin) and trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole (Bactrim) antibiotics, and\ndiuretics like furosemide (Lasix) or hydrochlorothiazide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Develop\nstress management techniques. Meditate, practice yoga, or get massages \u00e2\u20ac\u201d\nwhatever helps calm your mind.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Stay away\nfrom people who are sick with colds and other infections.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Get enough\nsleep. Go to bed early enough each night to guarantee yourself seven to nine\nhours of rest.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Overview Lupus is a systemic autoimmune disease which occurs when the immune system in your body attacks your tissues and organs. Lupus-related inflammation can affect many different body systems \u00e2\u20ac\u201d including your joints, skin, kidneys, blood cells, brain, heart, and lungs. Here we&#8217;ll discuss about the Symptoms, Causes, Risk Factors and Prevention of the Lupus. 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