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Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (or lupus) is an autoimmune disease that causes inflammation of joints, tendons, skin and other connective tissues and organs. It causes the immune system to produce antibodies that attack the body's healthy cells and t...
The cause of lupus is unknown. Researchers believe it is caused by a combination of:
- Genetic factors
- Environmental factors, which may include:
- Sunlight
- Stress
- Viral or other type of inf...
A risk factor is something that increases your chance of getting a disease or condition.
- Sex: female
- Age: late teens to early 30s
- Race: black, Native American, Asian and Hispanic
The symptoms of lupus vary from mild to extremely severe and debilitating. In some patients, only part of the body (for example, the skin) is affected. In others, many parts of the body are affected. Though symptoms of lupus can be chronic, they usuall...
The doctor will ask about your symptoms and medical history, and perform a physical exam. The diagnosis of lupus is usually made on the basis of symptoms, especially if they appear in young women. No single test can determine if you have lupus. But a numb...
Treatment of lupus depends on the your specific symptoms.
Medication
Medications for mild symptoms of lupus include:
Medication
Medications for mild symptoms of lupus include:
- Aspirin or non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs to relieve joint pain
- Hydroxychloroqiuine or quinac...
There are no guidelines for preventing lupus because the cause is unknown.
To prevent flare-ups of symptoms:
To prevent flare-ups of symptoms:
- Schedule regular check ups with your doctor.
- Treat any and all infections quickly and vigorously.
- Avoid sun...
Alfalfa is one of the earliest cultivated plants, used for centuries for feeding livestock. This probably is true in part because it is easy to grow, thrives in many varied climates throughout the world, and provides an excellent protein-rich food...
Alfalfa sprouts appear on many salad bars and in the grocerys produce section. Bulk powdered herb or capsules and tablets containing Alfalfa leaves or seeds are available in pharmacies and health food stores....
A typical dose of Alfalfa for tea is 1 to 2 teaspoons per cup, steeped in boiling water for 10 to 20 minutes. Tablets and capsules of whole Alfalfa or Alfalfa extracts should be taken according to the manufacturers recommendations. Certain p...
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Alfalfa is high in vitamin content, providing beta-carotene, vitamin B-complex, vitamins C, E, and K, and can be used as a nutritional supplement.However, keep in mind that high doses of Alfalfa may present some health risks (see Safety Issu...
Alfalfa in its various forms may present some health risks. Powdered alfalfa herb, Alfalfa sprouts, and alfalfa seeds all contain L-cavanine, a substance that may cause abnormal blood cell counts, spleen enlargement, or recurrence of lupus i...
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If you are taking warfarin (Coumadin), the high vitamin K content of alfalfa might make it less effective....
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Systemic lupus erythematosus (lupus or SLE for short) is an autoimmune
disease that primarily affects women of childbearing age. Its cause is unknown,
but is believed to involve both genetic inheritance and factors in the
environment. Whatever the c...
Principal Proposed Treatments for Lupus:
Increasing evidence tells us that the hormone dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) may be helpful for the treatment of lupus, when used as a part of a comprehensive, physician-directed treatment approa...
Increasing evidence tells us that the hormone dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) may be helpful for the treatment of lupus, when used as a part of a comprehensive, physician-directed treatment approa...