Lupus

The immune system mistakenly attacks healthy tissues, causing extensive inflammation in the complicated autoimmune illness lupus. Affecting many organs, including the skin, joints, kidneys, heart, and brain, systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is the most often occurring type. Though the precise reason is still unknown, environmental triggers including infections, stress, and sunlight exposure are thought to have a role, as well as genes and hormonal influences.
Different symptoms make diagnosis difficult. Typical symptoms include fever, hair loss, joint discomfort, oedema, skin rashes—especially a butterfly-shaped rash on the face—and ongoing tiredness. Severe lupus can cause damage to organs, mainly the kidneys and cardiovascular system.
While there is no cure for lupus, effective management techniques can help manage flare-ups. Anti-inflammatory medicines, corticosteroids, immunosuppressants, and antimalarial treatments, including hydroxychloroquine, are among the treatment choices. Improving quality of life also depends much on lifestyle choices, including sun protection, a healthy diet, stress management, and consistent exercise.
Given lupus is erratic, early diagnosis and regular medical treatment are absolutely vital in avoiding consequences. Many people with lupus have happy lives and efficiently control their symptoms with appropriate therapy.