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The vast majority of people with lupus live a relatively normal life span. People with lupus die of "lupus related complications", the top 3 being organ failure, heart attacks and strokes, and uncontrolled infection. Lupus is not listed as the cause of death, but the complication is.
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Who suffers from lupus?
kidney patients
Does lupus affect more women then men?
9 out of 10 lupus patients are women.
Where can you find dental for lupus patients?
Lupus patients can find dental care through specialized clinics or dental practices that have experience treating patients with autoimmune disorders. It's essential to consult with a healthcare provider for recommendations on dentists who understand the unique needs of lupus patients. Additionally, organizations like the Lupus Foundation of America may provide resources or referrals to dental professionals knowledgeable in managing dental health for those with lupus.
Is lupus a critical illness?
Lupus is a serious autoimmune disease, and unfortunately some patients die as a result of lupus and/or the treatments for the disease.
What is lupus ANTICUAGULATE?
Lupus anticoagulant is a blood clotting disorder that occurs in some lupus patients. Lupus anticoagulant causes blood clots. It is treated with blood thinners.
How does lupus anticoagulant develop?
Lupus anticoagulant and other clotting disorders occur in about 20% of lupus patients. These can develop at any age.
What are the long-term effects of lupus?
Long term effects of lupus are entirely dependent upon the severity of the disease, how long the disease has been present, and the organs and tissues affected. Some lupus patients live full productive lives with normal life spans even though they have lupus. Other lupus patients live only days and die.
What is Lupus anti-coagulant?
Lupus anticoagulant is one a several blood clotting disorders that can affect lupus patients. Lupus anticoagulant causes the patient to make blood clots. It is treated with blood thinners.
What has the author Suzy Szasz written?
Suzy Szasz has written: 'Lupus' -- subject(s): Systemic lupus erythematosus, Patients, Health, Biography
Which laboratory test is done to detect an antibody present in the serum of patients with systemic lupus erythematosus?
There are over 100 autoantibodies that can be found in lupus patients. Not all lupus patients have the same autoantibodies. The most common tests are antinuclear antibody with immunofluorescence (ANA), anti double stranded DNA, anti Snith, anti Ro, anti La, and anti SSA.
Does lupus always show in ANA test?
No. 3 to 5% of patients will be negative.
What is the prevalence for lupus?
There are no exact numbers because lupus is not a disease that is reported to any agency. Estimates are that 1.5 to 2 million Americans have lupus and 5 million people world wide. 9 out of 10 lupus patients are women. Lupus is more prevalent in people of color.
