Lupus
Lupus is an autoimmune disease in which the body’s immune system cannot distinguish its cells or tissues and attacks them. There is no definitive cause for lupus, but it is a combination of genetic and environmental factors. The symptoms are similar to other diseases, but one distinct characteristic of lupus is the pattern of rashes found on the face (crossing both cheeks) that look like a butterfly’s wings. This disease affects many body systems and organs. Some cases are temporary, while some symptoms disappear and then reappear.
Sometimes the symptoms get worse and manifest their signs, making the person feel really sick; these episodes are called lupus flares. Since it affects various organs, lupus manifests through high fever, arthritis, severe fatigue, chest pains, hair loss, joint pains, difficulty breathing, dry eyes, and cognitive impairments. The cognitive symptoms of having lupus are memory loss, problems completing easy mental tasks, losing focus in work, difficulty multitasking, and inability to think clearly and logically.
Lupus still has no cure, but proper treatment can manage the symptoms. However, you need to apply adequate care for some life-threatening cases.
