Lupus is a persistent (long-term) autoimmune dysfunction.
9 out of 10 folks dwelling with lupus are ladies.
Lupus signs can change over time and might differ from individual to individual.
Signs might:
Be gentle or extreme
Come and go
Final a brief or very long time
Lupus flares
Flares or flare-ups are when lupus signs worsen or a brand new symptom seems.
Signs of a flare may embody:
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Fever or flu-like signs not from an an infection
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Joint ache or swelling
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Fatigue
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Rash, tingling or numbness within the pores and skin
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Sores or ulcers within the mouth or nostril
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Swelling within the legs
Lupus triggers
Some widespread triggers that trigger lupus signs for the primary time or worsen present signs embody:
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Medicines
Some medicines, reminiscent of hydralazine, procainamide or quinidine, may cause drug-induced lupus.
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Bodily Stress
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Infections or Sickness
Childhood trauma and post-traumatic stress dysfunction (PTSD) are strongly related to lupus.
Monitoring your signs might help you establish and keep away from triggers, and forestall lupus flares.
This academic useful resource was created with assist from Merck.
