WebMD's slideshow helps you understand the symptoms of lupus, an autoimmune disorder that can affect the skin, joints, and organs.
Lupus can cause skin disorders like rashes and sores. Corticosteroids, antimalarial medicines, and tacrolimus are some of the treatments for lupus skin problems. To prevent skin rashes, protect your skin from the sun, don't smoke, and work with your doctor to keep lupus symptoms under good con...
Photosensitivity (skin rash in reaction to sunlight [ultraviolet light] exposure) Mucous membrane ulcers (spontaneous sores or ulcers of the lining of the mouth, nose, or throat) Arthritis (two or more swollen, tender joints of the extremities) Pleuritis or pericarditis (inflammation of the lining...
X-raypictures of your joints or chest may show signs of infection or extra fluid. A biopsyis a procedure used to take a tissue sample. Tissue may be taken from your skin, muscle, or kidney to check for the cause of your lupus. ...
But not only is my belly growing larger, I noticed my face and neck growing larger as well. And my once smooth skin has turned rough, and red. Acne breakouts that leave scars and even a couple of skin tags on my face. This is all new to me. After careful examination of my neck,...
complex, chronic symptoms, such as extreme fatigue, swollen joints, sores,rashes, pain, fever, and depression. The condition can affect various parts of the body, including the kidneys, heart, lungs, nerves, brain, and skin. And it often causes both cognitive difficulties and physical ...
Photosensitivity (skin rash in reaction to sunlight [ultraviolet light] exposure) Mucous membrane ulcers (spontaneous sores or ulcers of the lining of the mouth, nose, or throat) Arthritis (two or more swollen, tender joints of the extremities) Pleuritis or pericarditis (inflammation of the lining...
Photosensitivity, a skin reaction or sensitivity to sunlight Oral ulcers,open mouth sores Other symptoms could include: Arthritis, pain,inflammation, or swelling in your joints Nervous system problems, seizures, or psychosis Inflammation of the tissue around your lungs (pleuritis) or around your heart...
Bloodvessels may come under attack with systemic lupus. This can cause sores to develop on the skin, especially the fingers. Some lupus patients get Raynaud's syndrome, which makes the smallbloodvessels in the skin contract, preventing blood from getting to the hands and feet -- especially in...
Photosensitivity (skin rash in reaction to sunlight [ultraviolet light] exposure) Mucous membrane ulcers (spontaneous sores or ulcers of the lining of the mouth, nose, or throat) Arthritis (two or more swollen, tender joints of the extremities) Pleuritis or pericarditis (inflammation of the lining...