What are the causes of lupus erythematosus?

Condition analysis:
Lupus is a complex disease, and its cause is not fully understood. Although there are several kinds of lupus, systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is the form of the disease that most people are referring to when they say "lupus." The word "systemic" means the disease can affect many parts of the body. Although SLE usually first affects people between the ages of 15 and 45 years, it can occur in childhood or later in life, as well.

Research suggests that genetics plays an important role in developing lupus. Other factors also play a role. Some of the factors scientists are studying include sunlight, stress, hormones, cigarette smoke, certain drugs, and infectious agents, such as viruses. Studies have confirmed that one virus, Epstein-Barr virus (EBV), which causes mononucleosis, is a cause of lupus in genetically susceptible people.

In lupus, the body's immune system does not work as it should. A healthy immune system produces proteins called antibodies and specific cells called lymphocytes that help fight and destroy viruses, bacteria, and other foreign substances that invade the body. In lupus, the immune system produces antibodies against the body's healthy cells and tissues. These antibodies, called autoantibodies, contribute to the inflammation of various parts of the body and can cause damage to organs and tissues.

Instructions:
Ginger: The antioxidant as well as anti-inflammatory properties within ginger is extremely effective in reduce such Lupus symptoms as swelling and pain in joints.

How to use:
Add into your daily cooking meals. Also for your fresh juices, add some ginger root into the making process is another option for using ginger.

Have the doctor consult you about the use of ginger supplementary pills