Lupus nephritis

Lupus nephritis is an inflammation of the kidney caused by systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), a disease of the immune system. SLE causes harm to the skin, joints, kidneys, and brain.
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Lupus nephritis
Definition:
Lupus nephritis is a kidney disorder that is a complication of systemic lupus erythematosus, characterized by damage to the glomerulus and progressive loss of kidney function.
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Lupus Nephritis
Lupus (Systemic Lupus Erythematosus)
Lyell's Syndrome (Erythema Multiforme)
Lyme Borreliosis (Lyme Disease - Primary)
Lyme Disease ...
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Initially, lupus nephritis may cause no signs or symptoms. But in some people, it may eventually cause:
High blood pressure
Swelling (edema) of the feet and lower legs
Blood in the urine ...
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If the kidneys are involved, as in lupus nephritis, corticosteroids or immunosuppressive medications are often used to fight the disease and improve kidney function. Dialysis may be necessary if your kidneys cannot adequately function.
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However, less than 50% have lupus nephritis as defined by persistent inflammation (irritation and swelling) in the kidney. These patients may eventually develop kidney failure and require dialysis or kidney transplantation.
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According to the manufacturer, "LJP 394 is designed to reduce the levels of double-stranded DNA (dsDNA) antibodies, which are believed to be responsible for lupus nephritis (kidney disease), ...
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Lupus nephritis
Luteal phase defect
Lyell's syndrome
Lyme borreliosis
Lyme disease
Lyme disease - chronic persistent
Lyme disease - early disseminated
Lyme disease - primary
Lyme disease - secondary or stage 2
Lymph follicular hypertrophy ...
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