Erythematosus
You are not alone if you have been diagnosed with Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE). This disease can affect anyone, and there are various treatment options available. Getting the proper diagnosis is important for early treatment. This article covers the symptoms, treatment options, genetics, and family history.
Symptoms
Lupus, commonly known as SLE, is a chronic autoimmune disease that attacks different body parts. It causes inflammation and can affect the nervous system, blood vessels, and skin. The symptoms can range from mild to severe. Although there is no specific cure for SLE, it can be managed with medication and physical therapy.
A rash is one of the most common symptoms of SLE. This rash results from inflammation of the skin, which can cause sores and ulcers. About half of those affected by the disease develop a butterfly-shaped malar rash. These rashes can become worse when exposed to sunlight.
Treatments
There are several treatments for systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). These treatments will help reduce the symptoms of the disease. SLE is an autoimmune disease that causes inflammation and pain in various body parts. Symptoms of this disease usually begin during the young adult years. However, it can also affect people of all ages.
The most common treatment for lupus is hydroxychloroquine, a drug that reduces the body's immune system. This treatment is effective for virtually all lupus manifestations and reduces the risk of the disease progressing. Another drug that is sometimes used is mycophenolate mofetil, which is effective in treating kidney lupus.
Genetics
Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is a systemic autoimmune disease with a high genetic heritability of up to 66%. Genome-wide association studies have identified 180 susceptibility loci, which account for about 30% of heritability. However, most of these variants reside in non-coding regions, making it difficult to decipher their functional implications. Consequently, more research is needed to refine our knowledge of how these risk variants contribute to the disease.
Genetics is a promising way to study the disease and its progression. It is known to run in families, so finding out the genes associated with the disease could give doctors a more accurate diagnosis. This research may one day even help them prevent the disease from developing in their family.
Family history
Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is an autoimmune disease that causes inflammation in the body's connective tissues. These tissues provide strength and flexibility to body structures. SLE's signs and symptoms vary among affected individuals and can involve many organs and the central nervous system. The disease is an autoimmune disorder because the immune system attacks healthy tissues.
Although the underlying cause of this disease is still unknown, environmental factors and genetics have been linked to the disease. In addition, in some families, SLE runs in the family, which increases the risk of a diagnosis.
