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Lupus is an autoimmune disease that can affect any part of the body. Lupus affects each patient differently. Because of that, a variety of medications are used to manage lupus, many of them "off label" or not approved by the FDA for treatment of lupus. The four drugs approved by the FDA are aspirin, hydroxychloroquine, prednisone and Benlysta (belimumab) which is give by IV infusion. Subcutaneous clinical trials are now underway for Benlysta.
Off label drugs include methotrexate, azathioprine, cytoxan, mycophenolate mofetil, rituximab and a variety of non steroidal anti inflammator medications.
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What is 'lupus' when translated from Latin to Italian?
Lupus comes from Latin (not Italian) and means wolf. Although there is a medical condition called lupus (and lupus erythmatosus) that is called lupus in Italian (and other languages, too).
What type of lupus is limited to the skin?
Cutaneous lupus which is often called discoid lupus.
What is the constellation called the Wolf?
Lupus
Where can you get help with medical for your lupus you have no medical care out of work. I live in Augusta Georgia not getting much help here Can anyone help me?
Go to the Resources page of the Lupus Foundation of Florida for a list of sources for help.
What causes hives to flare up with lupus?
Hives can be a symptoms of lupus or can be the result of other things such as allergies. Over the counter topical steroid creams may help. Over the counter oral antihistamines may help. If the hives persist, seek medical attention.
What is sle lupus?
There are two types of lupus:Discoid lupus - often called skin lupus, this affects only the skin.Systemic Lupus Erythematosus - antibodies attack the connective tissue, organs etc throughout the body.
What is a wolf called by scientist?
Canis lupus.
What are the types of Lupus?
There are four types of lupus. Cutaneous lupus, often called discoid, is lupus that affects the skin. Systemic lupus erythematosus affects the the body internally, damaging organs and joints. It is possible to have both. Drug induced lupus is caused by certain medications and subsides when the offending medication is withdrawn. Neonatal lupus occurs in newborn babies.
When was The Pills Won't Help You Now created?
The Pills Won't Help You Now was created in 2007.
Will your discoid lupus get worse?
Discoid lupus may come and go in periods of increased disease activity called a flare.
Can lupus be treated?
There is no cure for lupus, childhood or otherwise. Lupus is not something you outgrow. Neonatal lupus, a condition seen in newborns of some mothers with lupus, usually subsides on its own in about six months.
Are chemo pills ever used to treat systemic lupus?
yes it is, my mom has had lupus fpr over 8 years and it has she just began her treatments about 6 months ago. They are working alot! : )
