Lupus Symptoms in Women Today

Lupus is a complex autoimmune disease and effects more woman than men. This is thought to be due to hormones. It is quite often referred to as the great mimic, making it very difficult to diagnose.

Until 1948 Lupus symptoms in women were thought to be quite rare and only the obvious cases were diagnosed.

Approximately 1:1000 people have Lupus and so it is not very likely you will meet someone who has it. Discussing with someone who understands how it affects your daily life and the highs and lows can be very beneficial.

Each patient can develop a large range of symptoms from being very mild to severe and debilitating. No one patient will have the same set of symptoms.

Lupus symptoms in women  are not contagious and there is no cure, the sufferer will go through active phases and quiet phases, which will vary in length of time. When the Lupus becomes active, as in the symptoms become worse or they change, this is called a flare.

Losing weight can be difficult and it is essential that modern sweeteners are avoided as they are toxic and trick the body into overeating. The Sankom Swiss Diet may be helpful.