are there stages in lupus?
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Lupus Nephritis Classes and Related Signs and Symptoms Lupus nephritis is divided into 6 different stages or classes based on the results of a kidney biopsy. The following table provides an overview of these different classes as well as certain signs and symptoms that may occur during various stages.
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In people with lupus, UV exposure can trigger not only worsening of skin lupus and other types of photosensitivity, but activation and worsening of systemic symptoms—including joint pain and kidney disease. UV radiation is classified by wavelength—the distance between the peaks in a series of waves of light.
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Lupus and Cancer. Systemic lupus erythematosus (“lupus” or “SLE”) and other autoimmune diseases are linked to an increased risk of certain types of cancer. Specifically, lupus patients may experience an elevated risk of lymphoma and other cancers, such as cancer of the cervix.
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It is possible for people with lupus to have a negative ANA, but these instances are rare. In fact, only 2% of people with lupus will have a negative ANA. People with lupus who have a negative ANA test may have anti-Ro/SSA or antiphospholipid antibodies.
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However, inflammation caused by lupus can also cause a build-up of fluids in the abdominal cavity called ascites (pronounced ah-SAHY-teez). The symptoms you may experience can include severe abdominal pain, tenderness when your belly is touched, nausea and vomiting, fever, and/or lack of bowel movements.
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['What are some signs and symptoms of lupus or a lupus flare that I might expect and how do I prevent a flare-up?', 'What are my treatment options?', 'What are the possible side effects of my lupus medications and could they trigger or aggravate my lupus symptoms?', 'Could another condition be causing my lupus symptoms?']
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['Stage 0: the Latency Stage. A subclinical state where swelling is not evident despite impaired lymph transport. ... ', 'Stage 1: Mild Stage. ... ', 'Stage 2: Moderate Stage. ... ', 'Stage 3: Lymphostatic Elephatiasis (Severe Stage)']
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Ulcers: Ulcers in the nose or mouth (canker sores) are a common symptom of lupus. 5. Non-erosive arthritis: Lupus patients may experience pain, tenderness, or swelling in their joints. In come cases, they might have excess fluid (effusion) surrounding the joints.
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Lupus patients, especially blacks and Hispanics and Medicaid and Medicare patients, are very likely to be readmitted to the hospital within 30 days of discharge. Lupus, a chronic autoimmune disease that causes widespread inflammation in the body, is notoriously difficult to diagnose and treat.
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['Phase 1: Hemostasis Phase.', 'Phase 2: Defensive/Inflammatory Phase.', 'Phase 3: Proliferative Phase.', 'Phase 4: Maturation Phase.']
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['Stages of Disease.', 'STAGE 1: INCUBATION PERIOD.', 'STAGE 2: PRODROMAL PERIOD.', 'STAGE 3: ACUTE PERIOD.', 'STAGE 4: CONVALESCENCE PERIOD.']
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Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), is the most common type of lupus. SLE is an autoimmune disease in which the immune system attacks its own tissues, causing widespread inflammation and tissue damage in the affected organs. It can affect the joints, skin, brain, lungs, kidneys, and blood vessels.
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When people say "lupus," they usually mean systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), the most common and serious type. But there are other types. Cutaneous lupus erythematosus -- also called discoid lupus -- is limited to the skin and doesn't cause the organ damage that sometimes occurs with SLE.
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The most common infections seen with lupus involve the respiratory system (lungs and heart), the skin, and the urinary tract. You are also at an unusually high risk for developing Candida (yeast) infections and shingles (the same viral infection as chicken pox).
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The blood may also be affected during the course of lupus, resulting in low red blood cell count (anemia), low white blood cell count and low platelet count. Skin problems are a common feature of lupus. Some patients with lupus have a red rash over their cheeks and the bridge of their nose.
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On rare occasions what appears to be “regular” ITP occurring in otherwise well patients evolves into lupus years later. However, this is very uncommon, and the vast majority of children and adults with ITP, even those with a positive ANA test, never develop any signs of lupus or other serious autoimmune diseases.
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Fifty percent of people with lupus experience hypertension (high blood pressure), which is defined as a blood pressure of greater than 140/90 mmHg. In addition, many more lupus patients have blood pressures greater than the normal 120/80 mmHg limit.