Patient's question:
Yesterday my child was diagnosed with lupus. Is there a cure? What is the best treatment method?Doctor's answer:
LupusLupus is an autoimmune disease that affects connective tissues. The exact cause is not fully understood, but it is generally believed to be related to a person's genetic predisposition and immune system dysfunction. Lupus is divided into two types: discoid and systemic. Discoid lupus primarily affects women aged 20-40 and is mainly characterized by skin lesions. It commonly occurs on the bridge of the nose and the cheeks on both sides, often in a symmetrical distribution resembling a butterfly shape. The course of the disease is chronic, and it can persist for many years. Generally, with treatment, most patients can achieve stability and remission, although a few have a poorer prognosis.