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Lupus. Is it under diagnosed in Men?
Autoimmune Diseases | Last Active: May 8, 2022 | Replies (3)Comment receiving replies
I'm not aware of a conscious belief lupus only occurs in woman either, yet woman account for 90 percent of the diagnosis. Such a large difference is hard to explain when there is not a biological reason men can't get the disease. It's bit odd.
Years ago heart disease was considered a male disease and woman went under diagnosed.
The referral has just be made and I'm to call their office in Seattle on Monday.
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Lupus is often overlooked and many providers differ in opinion when it comes to diagnosis. I am a provider myself and I have every symptom of Lupus but it has taken years for a provider to actually diagnosis. Even today my providers don’t all agree with my diagnosis of Lupus.
I find that one very important part of treatment is to have a healthy diet, stay away from foods that cause inflammation and also exercise daily. Alcohol also causes symptoms to flair. Read scholarly articles and know you will have bad days and good days. Stay connected!