You may become sensitive to the ultraviolet (UV) rays in sunlight, which can cause many skin changes. A common skin problem you might develop is a butterfly-shapedrashon your nose and cheeks. Red, scaly bumps or patches can develop on your body. Coin-like patches called discoid lesions ca...
The musculoskeletal system consists of muscles, bones, joints, and the tissues that connect these body parts together. You may have pain in your neck, thighs, shoulders, and upper arms if you have musculoskeletal symptoms.5 Joint-related symptoms are typically the first to appear if you have ...
WebMD's slideshow helps you understand the symptoms of lupus, an autoimmune disorder that can affect the skin, joints, and organs.
You suddenly feel lightheaded and short of breath. You have chest pain when you take a deep breath or cough. You cough up blood. Seek care immediately if: You have blood in your urine, bowel movement, or vomit. You have severe abdominal pain. ...
Pain and Panic Last week this time, I was basking in the glow of getting fitted for a new wig. What a difference a week makes, as the downturn in the weather has had a cascading effect on my body, mind, and spirit. Unfortunately…. ...
The Lupus Encyclopedia is an authoritative compendium providing detailed explanations about the disease, and practical advice about coping.
You suddenly feel lightheaded and short of breath. You have chest pain when you take a deep breath or cough. You cough up blood. When should I seek immediate care? You have blood in your urine, bowel movement, or vomit. You have severe abdominal pain. ...
Living with chronic painand tiredness can make you lose interest in sex. It can also be difficult to find a position that doesn’t hurt and to find energy to last during sex. Lupus medications can also lower your sex drive. Lupus affects your emotional health, too, and can lead to nega...
Clinical manifestations of SLE are confusingly diverse owing to the involvement of connective tissue throughout the body. Typically, the patient seeks medical help for relief of fever, weight loss, joint pain, the characteristic butterfly rash, pleural effusion and pleuritic pain, and nephritis. ...
the DNA. You can end up with the disease throughout your entire body and experience joint and muscle pain, as well as fever. The symptoms come and go because the disease undergoes cycles of remission and activity. Lupus affects more women than men, especially those in their 20s and 30s —...