Question 1

is systemic lupus erythematosus fatal?

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Sometimes.: Sle is generally treated with good response, but unfortunately it is sometimes fatal.

Question 2

can i donate my eggs if i have lupus erythematosus?

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Probably not: Since your genes may well render the baby at a higher risk of developing an autoimmune disease, I'd prefer that you don't.  However it would be a different matter if you decide to have a child of your own due to your own needs but your eggs would not be ideal as  donor eggs. I am not a genetic counsellor but why take the risk?

Question 3

what is worse lupus erythematosus or polymorthic light eruption?

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Lupus: Lupus can be associated with internal problems including problems with the kidneys, sores in the mouth, hair loss and other issues. Pmle involves the skin only and resolves relatively easily with topical steroid use and can be controlled with sunscreen use. Lupus can progress over time and should be monitored closely by a physician for signs of progression.

Question 4

docs can you explain what is 'systemic lupus erythematosus' in clear details?

Accepted Answer

An auto immune disea: Systemic lupus is a auto immune disease that can affect any part of the body.The immune system of the patient attacks its own body cells and tissues, and that causes inflammation and damage to the tissues
it most often affecrs heart, skin.Joints, blood vessels, lungs, kidneys , liver and nervous system
the incidence of sle is 9 times in women than men.

Question 5

what is difference between lupus erythematosus and polymorthic light eruption?

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Autoimmune : Lupus is an autoimmune condition in which antibodies are made against your own body. Sun can trigger a flareup of rashes associated with lupus. Pmle on the otherhand is a variable rash on sun exposed areas such as the arms and chest that occurs early in the sunny season of the year. This does not have autoantibodies associated with it. These can be distinguished via blood work and a skin biopsy.

Question 6

what is the cause of lupus erythematosus?

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Autoimmune: Systemic lupus erythematosus is an auto immune illness. This means people have a immume response against themselves and their own tissues. The hallmark blood test is a positive anti-nuclear antibody or  an ana. Depending on what tissue is involved results in the clinical symptoms such as rash, arthritis, kidney disease etc. The cause seems be a combination of genetic and environmental exposures.

Question 7

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 8

what is 'systemic lupus erythematosus' in clear tems?

Accepted Answer

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 9

can systemic lupus erythematosus appear in teenagers?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 10

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.

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