Question 1

due to lupus nephritis i had swollen legs that left stretch marks 8 years ago! i'm sick of the appearance and want it gone. can it be done by surgery?

Accepted Answer

Not a good idea: I understand your concern  but I woud be cautious. WE need to know  about your  total health, Surgery may add addition scars.  It depends  on whether you have  redundent  tissue. You can discuss with your  physician.

Question 2

i wore loosely fitted  socks that fit and they caused marks on my legs, ankles, and feet. could this be swelling or a lupus flare , have sle?

Accepted Answer

Lupus flare: Lupus flare is diagnosed based on how you feel, doctor's exam and blood work as well. It is unlikely that what you are describing is a lupus flare. Best wishes

Question 3

i have very painful and swollen joints in both wrists and ankles. i occasionally have red marks on my face, arms, chest, and legs. ra or lupus?

Accepted Answer

Rheumatologist: I recommend an evaluation by a rheumatologist for diagnosis and treatment. Your symptoms could be due to RA or lupus.

Question 4

can men have lupus?

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Yes: Lupus is an auto-immune disorder that can affect various organs including the skin, joints, kidneys, brain, etc.  Males and females can get lupus. Check out lupus.Org for more information.

Question 5

can i fast in lupus?

Accepted Answer

See below: Without knowing your full history of lupus, i advise against it but your rheumatologist knows your more than we do.

Question 6

how common is lupus?

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1/500-1/1000: Depending on the population.

Question 7

how do you get lupus?

Accepted Answer

Immune regulation: One's immune system requires a control center (regulatory lymphocytes etc) to keep it in balance. When  the regulation is impaired, immune disorders such as allergic and autoimmune disorders develop.  There is also a strong genetic and hormonal influences.  Females or people with family history of autoimmune or allergic disorders are at a higher risk to develop these diseases.

Question 8

ho do you treat lupus?

Accepted Answer

Varied therapies: It depends on what manifestations of disease you have . Treatments may include anti inflammatory medications, steroids  and many other treatments.  These really depend on your symptoms with severe nervous system or kidney disease powerful drugs lime Cytoxan (cyclophosphamide) may also be needed.

Question 9

how do you treat lupus?

Accepted Answer

Each person differs: The treatments are designed according to what  type of lupus a person has. There are many types of symptoms and signs people with lupus can have and treatment for such areas as  the skin,  the kidney, the heart, the lungs, the neurologic system, the joints and so forth. Each person with lupus is a normal person who happens to have their own individualized lupus requiring individualized therapy.

Question 10

what can trigger lupus?

Accepted Answer

Sun. Infections: Sunisa trigger and infections or low immune system may cause lupus to flare. Alternative physicians propose that sugar, carbs and dairy aggravate lupus and omega 3 fatty acids and vitamin c help.

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Due to lupus nephritis i had swollen legs that left stretch marks 8 years ago! i'm sick of the appearance and want it gone. can it be done by surgery?

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I wore loosely fitted socks that fit and they caused marks on my legs, ankles, and feet. could this be swelling or a lupus flare , have sle?

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I have very painful and swollen joints in both wrists and ankles. i occasionally have red marks on my face, arms, chest, and legs. ra or lupus?

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