As a published author, during my travels across the nation, I also advocate further lupus awareness. Lupus is a chronic inflammatory disease that can affect various parts of the body, especially the skin, joints, blood, and kidneys. The body s immune system normally makes antibodies to protect against viruses, bacteria, and other foreign materials. These foreign materials are called antigens. The immune system then makes antibodies directed against self.
Systemic lupus can affect almost any organ or system of the body.
For some people, only the skin and joints are involved. D rug induced lupus occurs after the use of certain prescribed drugs. Drug induced lupus is more common in men because they are given these drugs more often. Cause The cause of lupus is unknown. While scientists believe there is a genetic predisposition to the disease, it is known that environmental factors also play a critical role in triggering lupus.