What are some of the causes and treatments for long term coughing and breathing problems with lupus (lse) when no infection or fever.

See details: I really depends on the specific cause because these symptoms can be related to either cardiac or pulmonary issues. Start with a pulmonologist.

SLE affects lungs : The inflammatory sle process often affects the lungs and surrounding tissue. Lupus can scar the lungs making them stiffer causing shortness of breath with panting respirations, fatigue and a chronic dry cough. It can also inflame the pleura and chest wall causing chest pain. Treatment of sle lung usually involves corticosteroids or anti-inflammatory agents such as methotrexate.