Blood Disorders
About Lupus, Blog, Blood Disorders, Eye Sight, Human Biology, Nervous System, Peripheral Neuropathy, Symptoms, Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), Vasculitis
Lupus Retinopathy
Lupus retinopathy is the most common vision concern for those living with SLE, and is often one of the first symptoms for the newly diagnosed. Yet, serious problems with eyesight are relatively rare, and there are many ways to avoid the damage that lupus can cause. So, read on to learn more about how lupus…
Antiphospholipid Syndrome, Biology of Autoimmunity, Blood Disorders, Circulatory System, Comorbidities, Heart and Cardiovascular Disease, Lupus and Thrombosis, Medications, Risks Associated with Lupus, Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), Therapies, Treatments
Lupus and Anticoagulants
For those living with lupus, blood clots can be a significant health risk, possibly leading to strokes, heart attacks, pulmonary thromboses and especially kidney damage. Treating for these conditions means that many with SLE add anticoagulants (blood thinners) to their lengthy list of medications. What could this mean for you? Read on to find out!…
Antiphospholipid Syndrome, Autoimmune Diseases, Biology of Autoimmunity, Blood Disorders, Circulatory System, Overlap Diseases, Risks Associated with Lupus, Symptoms, Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)
Lupus and Thrombocytopenia
Blood disorders can be a common complication of living with lupus. One of the most common is called thrombocytopenia – a low platelet count. Thrombocytopenia affects between 20% and 40% of those with SLE and is a good indicator of how life-threating lupus can be. So, it is worth learning more about it! Introduction Thrombocytopenia…