Lupus - Symptoms & causes - Mayo Clinic
2022年10月21日 · Lupus is a disease that occurs when your body's immune system attacks your own tissues and organs (autoimmune disease). Inflammation caused by lupus can affect many different body systems — including your joints, skin, kidneys, blood cells, brain, heart and lungs.
Lupus - Diagnosis & treatment - Mayo Clinic
2022年10月21日 · The medications most commonly used to control lupus include: Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). Over-the-counter nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), such as naproxen sodium (Aleve) and ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin IB, others), may be used to treat pain, swelling and fever associated with lupus.
Lupus nephritis - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
2024年3月28日 · Lupus nephritis occurs when lupus autoantibodies affect parts of the kidneys that filter out waste. This causes swelling and irritation of the kidneys, called inflammation. It might lead to blood in the urine, protein in the urine, high blood pressure, kidneys that don't work well or even kidney failure.
Glomerulonephritis - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
2024年2月24日 · Glomerulonephritis occurs on its own or as part of another disease, such as lupus or diabetes. Severe or prolonged inflammation associated with glomerulonephritis can damage the kidneys. Treatment depends on the type of glomerulonephritis you have.
Steroid dosage risks and benefits when managing lupus nephritis
2024年8月28日 · A recent Mayo Clinic study highlights the link between glucocorticoid dosage and outcomes in patients with lupus nephritis, a type of kidney inflammation caused by lupus. Glucocorticoids are potent anti-inflammatory medications often used to help treat this condition.
Pneumonitis - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
2024年7月30日 · Pneumonitis happens when an irritating substance causes inflammation in the tiny air sacs called alveoli in your lungs. Inflamed lung tissue makes it hard for oxygen to pass through the alveoli into the bloodstream. Many causes have been linked to pneumonitis.
Lupus - mcmapp.mayoclinic.org
Inflammation caused by lupus can affect many different body systems - including your joints, skin, kidneys, blood cells, brain, heart and lungs.Lupus can be difficult to diagnose because its signs and symptoms often mimic those of other ailments.
Lupus nephritis - Diagnosis and treatment - Mayo Clinic
2024年3月28日 · Tests to diagnose lupus nephritis include: Blood and urine tests. Besides the usual blood and urine tests, urine collected over 24 hours might be tested. These tests measure how well the kidneys are working. Kidney biopsy. A small section of kidney tissue is removed and sent to a lab. This test diagnoses lupus nephritis.
Mixed connective tissue disease - Symptoms & causes - Mayo Clinic
2022年5月25日 · Mixed connective tissue disease (MCTD) has signs and symptoms of a combination of disorders — primarily lupus, scleroderma, and polymyositis. Many people with this uncommon disease also have Sjogren's syndrome.
Mayo Clinic Q and A: Managing lupus
2018年2月27日 · Inflammation caused by lupus can affect many body systems — including your heart, kidneys, joints, skin, blood cells, brain and lungs. Lupus is a chronic disease that does not have a cure at this time. The severity and frequency of lupus symptoms vary widely from one person to another.
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