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Is Discoid Lupus referred to as just Lupus?
No, not generally. Lupus, generally is talking about SLE which is systemic. SLE has no cure only treatment for the symtoms, whereas Discoid can be treated and go away.
Does lupus go away?
Discoid lupus may come and go in periods of increased disease activity called flares. Additionally, sometimes discoid lupus goes into remission and disease activity stops altogether. This is rare, but possible.
If you have systemic lupus erithymatosus its possible to recover or its gone?
Systemic Lupus is an autoimmune disease that once you have it will not 'be gone' or 'go away. However, lupus is a disease that has periods of remissions and exacerbations, this means that sometimes symptoms will be better and sometimes worse.
How do thyroid nodules go away?
I have multiple thyroid nodules. I also have lupus can autoimmune cause the nudules?
Do mark on face go away if you got discoid lupus?
This depends on the severity of the lesions and the treatment used to control them.
Can discoid lupus go into permanent remission?
Yes, it is possible for discoid lupus to go into permanent remission.
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.
Do lupus antibodies come and go?
Yes, lupus antibodies can *come and go*. Usually antibodies remain present in the patient, but they may be more difficult to find in a blood test. It is possible to have lupus and have negative antibodies.
Is there more than one type 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 Drug induced lupus is caused by certain medications and subsides when the offending medication is withdrawn.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.
Will your discoid lupus get worse?
Discoid lupus may come and go in periods of increased disease activity called a flare.
Will your lupus get better or worse?
Each persons' lupus is different. Whether lupus gets better or worse is based on some controlable factors and some uncontrollable factors. If a lupus patient follows their specific treatment plan and supplements that with exerise, a healthy diet, and stress reduction there is a good chance that the lupus will go into remission. That said, lupus can be unpredictable despite our best efforts.
What is the grey wolf species?
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