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Lupus
- Reviewed by Robert H. Shmerling, MD, Senior Faculty Editor, Harvard Health Publishing; Editorial Advisory Board Member, Harvard Health Publishing
Lupus is a chronic autoimmune disease. The condition can cause a variety of symptoms, including fatigue, fever, muscle and joint pain, and rashes. It can also cause heart disease, stroke, and kidney disease.
Lupus symptoms can be mild or severe and can come and go. Sun exposure, infections, and some medications can trigger flare-ups.
The exact cause of lupus is unknown; however, scientists believe hormones are involved, since 90% of those with lupus are women. Lupus sometimes runs in families, and researchers have discovered genetic factors that likely contribute to disease development.
There is no cure for lupus. Medications can often control symptoms and reduce the severity of the disease.
Driving with arthritis pain: Stay comfortable — and safe — behind the wheel
Daily cup of coffee may prevent afib recurrence
Gene-editing therapy lowers harmful blood fats in early study
What is EMDR therapy, and who can it help?
GLP-1 drugs versus bariatric surgery for treating obesity
Two dumbbells, three exercises, and 10 minutes
Easing the emotional burden of IBS
Modify your push-ups to meet your fitness level
What is long QT syndrome?
Stroke survivors may benefit from very low LDL levels
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