Although the exact cause of lupus and other autoimmune diseases is unknown, most believe that lupus results from both genetic and environmental stimuli. Since lupus is known to occur within families, doctors believe that it is possible to inherit a genetic predisposition to lupus. It is probable that having an inherited predisposition for lupus makes the disease more likely only after coming into contact with some environmental trigger.
The higher number of lupus cases in females than in males…
In this webinar we spoke with Dr. Nilesh Nolkha, Consultant Rheumatologist and Clinical Immunologist addressed some of the most common questions on Lupus as part of the “Know Lupus” series.
Dr. Nilesh Nolkha answers the following questions (marked with timestamps on the youtube recording)
03:52 What is Lupus?
05:30 What are the signs and symptoms of Lupus
10:00 How is Lupus diagnosed? Are there any tests for this?
12:00 What are the treatment options for Lupus?
16:05 Can a Lupus patient stop their medications when they are feeling better?
21:40 Are recurrent fevers and mouth ulcers common in Lupus
24:40 Can hair loss reduce over time and can hair be recovered
31:20 Is it safe for Lupus patients to take Covid vaccine
38:10 Do diet and lifestyle changes help lupus patients?
46:20 What is the role of complementary and alternative treatments like homeopathy and ayurveda?
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