Lupus patients are no different from other women when it comes to wanting children. This is the first of a three-part series on Lupus and Pregnancy . This feature, we'll cover conception and fertility. The good news is that there is certain amount of misinformation out there about the lupus patient's ability to conceive. More than ever before, successful pregnancies are possible, because of better medical monitoring, and good planning.
Most lupus patients can have successful pregnancies, and normal babies.
However, it's important to be aware of the times when lupus can increase the risks. It's important to remember, that there are risks in pregnancy even under the best of circumstances. The body has it's own wisdom. If you are fighting lupus actively on one front, the body minimizes your ability to take on new work, for example, the work of getting pregnant. This means you may have irregular periods, or none at all.