Hi there!
Unfortunately, dear, there is no cure. But over the last twenty or so years, people with lupus have been living more "normal" lives.
Lupus is an autoimmune disease. The body essentially attacks itself; any organ system can be involved. Those most often seen are skin, joints and kidneys...But again, it can attack *any* organ system.
I encourage you to visit
www.Lupus.Org. They have a *great* description of what lupus is, the treatments involved and how to live with it.
I would also encourage your sister to join a forum online (like ours) and even look for a support group in her area (www.Lupus.Org has this info too.)
also keep in mind that disease progression is
different in every patient. While some of us only have joint and rashes, others have serious organ involvement. Not a single lupus patient has the same involvement or level of invlovement.
Tell your sister to keep a daily diary of her ailments. This will help her doctor get her the correct care. She will also want to keep a copy of all her medical records.
This is very brief and barely touches the subject. If you would like to privately e-mail me (pm) do so! I'll help anyway I can.
Hugs to you and your sister,
ladybrannon
