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RA is rheumatoid arthritis. Rheumatoid Arthritis is an autoimmune disease in which the immune system attacks and destroys the joints. Lupus is an autoimmune disease that can affect virtually any part of the body. Lupus does not destroy joints, but it does cause pain and inflammation.
Rheumatoid arthritis does not cause lupus, but it is common to have more than one autoimmune disease in overlap.
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Can rheumatoid arthiritis cause miscarriage?
Yes. Women with RA and lupus are more likely to have complications including miscarriage during pregnancy.
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.
Does smoking cause lupus flare ups?
Doe smoking cause lupus flare ups
Does lupus cause pain and hot flash?
Yes, lupus can cause pain and hot flashing.
Can epidural leak cause lupus?
no
Can lupus cause constricted pupils?
no
Can lupus cause sepsis?
yes
Can mold cause lupus?
yes
Does Solodyn cause lupus?
Yes
Can human parvovirus cause lupus?
In adults, parvovirus can cause a prolonged and painful arthritis. There's no evidence, though, that it causes lupus.
