Lupus is a disease affecting the immune system. The system produces antibodies attacking its own constituents, healthy tissue. Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is the most common form of lupus. It affects ten times more women than men. We do not know the cause of lupus.
Inflammation can occur between other on the skin, muscles and sometimes the heart, lungs, circulatory system and nervous system. The periods of remission interspersed with active periods.
The person may feel extreme fatigue and pain in muscles, joints. Lupus can cause redness and swelling. Some lupus limited to the skin becomes very sensitive to sunlight. The symptoms vary greatly from one person to another as they depend on the tissue attacked by lupus.
Treatment using medication prescribed by the doctor relieves symptoms. Lupus has no cure.
Avoid alcohol and tobacco. Learn to relax, do not accumulate fatigue. A balanced diet can help the body fight the attacks of lupus. Some exercises are to be avoided, the physician suggest appropriate exercises for each case.
29 avril 2010
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