Patient's question:
My relative has been diagnosed with lupus. The doctor said they need to take medication for the rest of their life—is that true? What kind of help is needed: Is there a cure for lupus?Doctor's answer:
Lupus is an autoimmune disease that affects multiple systems and organs in the body, with complex clinical manifestations and a chronic, relapsing course. The onset of lupus is gradual and insidious, with diverse and variable clinical presentations. Discoid lupus primarily affects the skin locally, while systemic lupus often damages multiple organs and systems. Currently, there is no complete cure for lupus, and treatment focuses on controlling the condition and providing symptomatic relief.