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Both my mom and aunt have been diagnosed with lupus, should i get checked for it as well? since i know its hereditary

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Rheumatologic issues: The specific diagnosis of lupus wouldn't run in families as much as the tendency towards rheumatologic conditions in general - that tendency runs in families - lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, Sjögren's syndrome, scleroderma. Can find all of these in family lineages. Have a good history/physical exam/blood testing coordinated by Rheumatologist.

Answered 11/28/2017

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If symptoms: There is no use to getting tested, if you do not have any symptoms. If you get tested and the test is positive, what will you do with the results. Doctors treat patients not lab results. For good health - Have a diet rich in fresh vegetables, fruits, whole grains, milk and milk products, nuts, beans, legumes, lentils and small amounts of lean meats. Avoid saturated fats. Drink enough water daily, so that your urine is mostly colorless. Exercise at least 150 minutes/week and increase the intensity of exercise gradually. Do not use tobacco, alcohol, weed or street drugs in any form. Practice safe sex, if you have sex. Get HPV vaccine, if you are under 27 years of age.

Answered 11/28/2017

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Dr. Christine Hom answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Lupus can take on many forms. In the case of someone who tests positive for a lupus test, they may never develop lupus (most people with positive tests don't). The children of a woman with lupus have about a 6% chance of having lupus themselves. As we don't have a medication that can prevent you from having lupus, we recommend a healthy diet and sunscreen, sunscreen, sunscreen. Test if necessary

Answered 8/2/2021

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