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May's Topic For The Abler- Lupus

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Resources Used: cdc.gov
Back To The Basics-Lupus 
  • Lupus is a chronic autoimmune that can do damage to any part of the body. 
  • Lupus is more common among women between their childbearing age. Between 15-44 years of age.
  • Because lupus can do any part of a person’s body, symptoms can vary.
  • This condition can also affect almost any organ in the body.
  • Symptoms can be different from person-to-person. For example a person with this condition may run a fever, whereas another person may experience a rash or swelling so on.
  • The symptoms of Lupus can come and go. 
  • It’s also important to note that lupus is a condition that has what is called, “Flare ups” You can times of feeling so ill by your symptoms, that it could be debilitating for the person with this condition. The times where they go a period of time without symptoms that is called a remission period. 
  • The following is a small list of symptoms of Lupus. Please go to: https://www.cdc.gov/lupus/basics/symptoms.htm for further information on the symptoms of Lupus.
  • Muscle & joint pain
  • Fever
  • Rash
  • Chest pain

How To Diagnose And Treat Lupus


  • While there is not a cure for this condition, it is manageable and treatable.
  • Getting a diagnosis of Lupus can be difficult, because symptoms for this condition can also be the same symptoms of other illnesses.
- Lupus is typical diagnosed by a rheumatologist is a doctor who has additional training and experience in the diagnosis and treatment of arthritis, lupus, and other diseases of the joints, muscles, and bones.
  • Lupus symptoms can range from mild to life threatening, so early diagnosis and treatment by a rheumatologist are important. 
  • Doctors may look to the following to help them in diagnosing lupus.
  • Medical history
  • Family history of lupus
  • Physical exam
  • Urine & blood tests
  • Skin or kidney biopsy

The antinuclear antibody (ANA) test can show if your immune system is more likely to make the autoantibodies of lupus. Most people with lupus test positive for ANA. But, a positive ANA does not always mean you have lupus. If you test positive for ANA, your doctor will likely order more tests for antibodies that are specific to systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE)
    • What is SLE? SLE is the most common type of lupus. SLE can be mild or severe and can affect different parts of the body. Common symptoms include fatigue, hair loss, sun sensitivity, painful and swollen joints, unexplained fever, skin rashes, and kidney problems. There is no one test for SLE. Usually your doctor will ask you about your family and personal medical history and your symptoms. Your doctor will also do some laboratory tests.


Treatment

Treatment will depend on the person’s symptoms and needs.

Treating lupus properly can improve the following for those that have lupus-
  • Prevent flares
  • Treat symptoms when they happen
  • Reduce organ damage and other problems
  • Medications may also involved in your treatment plan

The following is a short-list of medications that help in treating in lupus-

-Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs).

-Corticosteroids 

-Antimalarial drugs.

-BLyS-specific inhibitors

-Immunosuppressive agents/chemotherapy



You can go to the following link to find out more about alternative natural ways of treatment & whether or not they effectively treat lupus or not. Plus find out what you should see your doctor and discuss your treatment plan together. https://www.cdc.gov/lupus/basics/diagnosing.htm While it is true that you can die from lupus, many people live healthy and full lives while managing the disease with the guidance of their doctor. 

To find out how this disease effects woman and if a woman is pregnant, please visit the following links:



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