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Lupus itself is not directly related to low sodium levels, but certain medications used to manage lupus or complications from the disease can lead to hyponatremia (low sodium). Additionally, some individuals with lupus may experience kidney issues that affect sodium balance. It's important for patients with lupus to monitor their sodium levels and discuss any concerns with their healthcare provider.
What else can I help you with?
Is lupus related to stuttering?
No; lupus and stuttering are not related. You can find good information on stuttering on the web site for The Stuttering Foundation. You can find information on lupus from the National Arthritis Foundation.
what does low sodium diets mean ?
Low sodium diets can be confusing. A low sodium diet means eating more foods that have low sodium contents instead of high ones. The nutriesystem diet is a low sodium diet.
Is low protein in blood indicative of lupus?
Yes, it can.
Low Sodium?
Can low sodium cause extreme leg cramps?
Lupus and tuburculosis?
Lupus is an autoimmune disorder. Tuberculosis is an infection. People with lupus often take immunosuppressive medications that may make them more vulnerable to tuberculosis, but the two are not related.
Can you be a carrier of lupus?
Lupus is not directly hereditary, however predisposition to developing autoimmunity is more likely in people who are related. Lupus is not contagious. For these two reasons, a person cannot be a lupus carrier. A person can be genetically predisposed to develop lupus but the disease may never develop.
What is Drug-induced or drug-related lupus erythematosus?
This term refers to lupus that develops after a patient has taken a medication. Medications that can trigger drug-induced lupus include procainamide or hydralazine
What health problems come from low sodium and low potassium?
Low sodium and low potassium can lead to an imbalance of electrolytes and kidney failure. Treatment of low sodium and low potassium can be treated with dietary changes and medication.
Where can online low sodium recipes be found?
There are several good places to find low sodium recipes online. This website contains links to 28 different low sodium recipes: http://www.hearthealthyonline.com/healthy-recipes/low-sodium-recipes/low-sodium-recipes_ss1.html This website contains a variety of user-submitted low sodium recipes: http://allrecipes.com/recipes/healthy-recipes/special-diets/low-sodium-recipes/
What options are available for low sodium dehydrated meals?
Low sodium dehydrated meal options include freeze-dried fruits and vegetables, low sodium soups, and low sodium jerky. These options are convenient for outdoor activities or emergencies.
What are some snacks that are low in sugar fat and sodium?
There are plenty of snacks that are low in sugar, fat, and sodium. One snack that is low in sugar, fat, and sodium is celery.
Do patients recover from lupus?
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.
