Previously, we have discussed how lupus can impact your kidneys, your sense of smell, and your skin. The autoimmune disorder can truly disrupt a person’s life, causing various health problems that occur suddenly and that can be difficult to treat. One such health problem which is rarely discussed is that of severe eye conditions. In a recent article in EmpowHer, the repercussions of untreated eye problems were documented, as were the varying conditions that may occur. Although the article acknowledges that some of the eye problems can be attributed to the medications used to treat lupus, a significant amount of them arise because of the disease itself.
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One of the most unique manifestations of lupus is in the form of skin rashes and scarring. It occurs due to the fact that the body’s immune system is in overdrive, causing inflammation and damage to the skin, as well as to other organs. In fact, approximately eighty-five percent of people with lupus eventually develop skin rashes, hair loss, or other skin involvement. It can be uncomfortable, painful, and can cause a great deal of interference with a person’s daily life – including work activity. A recent study now shows that individuals with lupus who smoke have an
even higher incidence of skin damage. This simply reaffirms the fact that smoking can be detrimental to your health, and can only worsen any health condition such as lupus.
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