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Can weight loss surgery cause lupus?
No. In order to develop lupus you have to have the right combination of genes plus triggers. The stress of surgery could trigger lupus in a person who is genetically predisposed, but not in a person who is not genetically predisposed.
Can Lupus cause weight loss?
No. In order to develop lupus you have to have the right combination of genes plus triggers. The stress of surgery could trigger lupus in a person who is genetically predisposed, but not in a person who is not genetically predisposed.
Does lupus cause purple hands?
Lupus itself does not cause the purple hands. But Raynaud's syndrome does cause it and Raynaud's often occurs in overlap with lupus. Raynaud's is an autoimmune disorder that causes the nerves that control the capillaries in the extremities to contract inappropriately when exposed to chilly temperatures or stress. http://www.raynauds.org/
Can lupus anticoagulant cause tiredness?
Lupus anticoagulant does not, in itself cause tiredness but having lupus does. Lupus can cause anemia which in turn causes fatigue. Lupus can cause the body to make inflammatory cytokines which cause a feeling of flu like fatigue.
Can lupus cause liver failure?
Yes. Lupus can cause autoimmune hepatitis.
Can Abilify cause Lupus?
The cause of Lupus is unknown so it is hard to say if Abilify could cause Lupus. Lupus could be caused by certain drugs so the best bet would to stay away from drugs.
What are some cures for lupus?
There is no cure for lupus. That said, lupus can usually be managed with a combination of immunosuppressive medications, stress management and an overall healthy lifestyle. www.lupusflorida.org
Does lupus cause pain and hot flash?
Yes, lupus can cause pain and hot flashing.
Does smoking cause lupus flare ups?
Doe smoking cause lupus flare ups
Is Lupus spread by insects?
Lupus is an autoimmune disease the develps in people who have a genetic predisposition and then are exposed to probable triggers like certain viruses, stress, etc. Lupus is not contagious. Lupus is not blood born. Lupus is not spread by anything including insects.
What could be responsible for a lupus flare?
Stress, ultraviolet light and cigarette smoke are known lupus triggers, although lupus might flare without any of these triggers present.
Can animals get lupus?
Yes, dogs get lupus. Researchers have been able to cause lupus to develop in mice as well.
