Question 1

is there a cure for systemic lupus erythematosus (sle)?

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Yes, but: Theoretically, a "reboot" of the immune system, ie a bone marrow transplant, could cure lupus, but this is risky enough that it is very rare. The best treatment includes close monitoring with one's doctor and rheumatologist.

Question 2

systemic lupus erythematosus--what is sle?

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Autoimmune disease: A disease in which your body makes antibodies against your own cells.  These antibodies cause destruction and inflammation which produce a wide variety of symptoms depending on what cells are being injured.  There are some common symptoms and signs with the disease, but just about any symptom could be produced by lupus.

Question 3

what are the symptoms of systemic lupus erythematosus?

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Many: People with lupus may have joint pain, skin rashes, chest  pain, heart probelms, hair  loss, fingers  changing color in the cold, rash in the sunshine, neuro-psychologic problems. These are  only soemof the symtpoms peopel can have.  They can also have  none of these.  Your physician will evaluate all of these, get  labs tests  and imaging.

Question 4

how can one cure systemic lupus erythematosus?

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No cure but ...: Lupus cannot be cured but the symptoms can often be controlled. In the 1950s, 60% of lupus patients died within five years. Now, more than 90% survive beyond five years. Lupus can be mild. Many lupus patients have non-life threatening disease. Lupus can be severe. Kidney or brain involvement portends a worse prognosis.

Question 5

how common is it for somebody to get systemic lupus erythematosus?

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Relatively rare: Relatively rare, although it can be produced by some medications.

Question 6

how are systemic lupus erythematosus, coma & leukopenia related?

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SLE: Is a systemic disease and is a form of vascullitis, which means that there is inflammation in the blood vessels as a result it is a multi-system disease and can affect any organ in the body. When the brain is affected it can lead to changes in mood, psychosis and even coma. Leukopenia is a recognized feature of SLE at some point in the course of the disease. It can affect the kidneys, joints etc

Question 7

why is the butterfly rash in systemic lupus erythematosus?

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Thin skin: Thin area around the nose/cheeks is very sensitive to sun and the first to show sle signs.

Question 8

is systemic lupus erythematosus a kind of cancer disease, and is it fatal?

Accepted Answer

Serious non-cancer: Lupus is a common multisystem autoimmune poorly-understood illness that is not cancer.  It formerly killed many, if not most, of its victims.  With today's treatments and a compliant, proactive patient, death is the exception.  One of the most troublesome things is that lupus patients feel much sicker than they look, and this causes misunderstandings. Groups of fellow lupus-sufferers can help lots.

Question 9

can systemic lupus erythematosus appear in teenagers?

Accepted Answer

Systemic lupus/teens: Yes it can appear in teens.

Question 10

what is the definition or description of: systemic lupus erythematosus?

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SLE: Lupus erythematosus is a name given to a collection of autoimmune diseases, in which the human immune system becomes hyperactive and attacks normal, healthy tissues.Symptoms of these diseases can affect many different body systems, including joints, skin, kidneys, blood cells, heart, and lungs.

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