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How are lipid panels and high cholesterol testing connected?
Both lipid panels and high cholesterol testing are looking for the same thing- they look for high amounts of lipids and cholesterol in the bloodstream. The higher the number, the higher risk for heart disease.
Which percentage of lupus cases are SLE Systemic Lupus Erythmatosus?
Systemic lupus accounts for approximately 70 percent of all cases of lupus. In approximately half of these cases, a major organ, such as the heart, lungs, kidneys or brain, will be affected. Cutaneous lupus (affecting only the skin) accounts for approximately 10 percent of all lupus cases. Drug-induced lupus accounts for about 10 percent of all lupus cases and is caused by high doses of certain medications. The symptoms of drug-induced lupus are similar to systemic lupus; however, symptoms usually subside when the medications are discontinued.
Who gets lupus?
Although lupus can occur at any age and with any sex, 9 out of 10 people with lupus are women in their childbearing years. People of all races get lupus, but African American women have a three times higher incidence and mortality than caucasian women. Actually, it is people of color who have the greater likelihood of developing lupus. In lupus statistics, people of color are defined as Latino, Asian, Native American/Pacific Islanders and African American. The over all statistic across all ages is that 9 of 10 lupus patients are women. However, in the ages of 14-45 when lupus mos often develops, 14 out of 15 are women. Rarely, babies born to a mother with lupus with have neonatal lupus. Neonatal lupus usually subsides within 6 months and the child may have no further bouts with the disease. Sometimes they will also have congenital heart block. Certain medications can cause drug induced lupus. These include some high blood pressure medications and tuberculosis treatment regimens. The lupus disappears when the offending drug is discontinued.
What not to eat when you have lupus?
Lupus patients should eat a diet high in plant foods and very low in animal fat. Lupus patients have a 50% greater chance of having a heart attack or stroke. Outside of a healthy, balanced diet, there are no special food considerations in lupus.
How long with you survive if you have HIV Positive and Lupus?
If you have lupus you have chance to have a longer life then other people infected with hiv but didnt have lupus.This occur because people that have lupus it have high concentration of alpha glubulins that supres the HIv Viruses for some time.
Can someone with lupus have children?
Yes, but there are considerations. It is wise to try to get pregnant when the lupus is in a period of remission rather than flaring. Certain medications might need to be stopped prior to conception. Ask your rheumatologist and ob/gyn. If the patient has any of the lupus clotting factors, the risk of miscarriage is greatly increased. Lupus pregnancies should be treated as high risk, but it is entirely possible to have children if one has lupus.
How do you get lupus vulgaris?
The exact cause of lupus is not known. Lupus is an autoimmune disease where the body's immune system is confused and attacks healthy parts of the self. Researchers believe that if a person inherits just the right combination of genes (genetic predisposition) and is exposed to certain triggers, either extreme or over a period of time, lupus will develop. Lupus is not directly hereditary like sickle cell disease. Lupus is not contagious. You can't catch in from someone or give it to someone. The Epstein-Barr virus (the one that causes mononucleosis) is often cited as a trigger. Other triggers include stress, sunlight, cigarette smoke, and certain medications. The medications are the one given for tuberculosis and some high blood pressure medications. If the lupus is drug induced, the lupus goes away once the offending drug is withdrawn.
How can a person know if the symptoms they have are related to high blood pressure ?
High blood pressure can often be symptomless. Often times, drug stores have machines that provide free blood pressure testing. Try one of those or schedule a doctor visit to know whether you have high blood pressure for sure.
Do high schools do state testing?
Yes
Will having systemic lupus affect your pregnancy?
All pregnancies of women who have lupus are considered high risk and should be closely monitored. About 25% of women with lupus see an improvement in their symptoms while pregnant, 25% see a worsening of symptoms and 50% see no change. Premature births and miscarriages are common as well.
Can you have a baby with a positive ana?
Yes you can. 10 million Americans have a positive ANA. 1.5 million Americans have lupus. Even those who have lupus can have a baby. Many people have a positive ANA and no disease whatsoever. If you do have lupus, your pregnancy should be considered high risk just to be on the safe side. If you have any doubts, talk with your obstetrician.
What are uses for gunpowder?
It could be used for explosive testing, cannonball "fuel", and any other particular thing involving high explosives. I should also point out that fireworks utilize gunpowder.
