10 Symptoms of Lupus

Lupus is a chronic autoimmune disease that can damage skin, joints and organs. People develop the disease when their immune system isn't working properly. Immune systems fight off germs, viruses and bacteria, and our immune systems are supposed to produce antibodies. People with the disease have poor immune systems, and they don't produce antibodies regularly.The disease has many symptoms and signs. People who develop the disease may experience fever, fatigue, shortness of breath, dry eyes, chest pain, joint pain, stiffness, swelling, skin lesions, a rash, headaches, confusion, memory loss, dry mouth, anemia, hair loss, pain while breathing and sensitivity to light.

1. Dryness of Mouth

Dry mouth occurs when glands in your mouth that produce saliva aren't working properly. Dry mouth has its own signs and symptoms such as cracked lips, gum irritation, bad breath, mouth sores, a dry, tough tongue, a burning feeling in the mouth, a sticky, dry feeling in the mouth or throat, and difficulty chewing, tasting, speaking or swallowing.There are several ways to minimize dry mouth. Avoid sugar, alcohol, tobacco, caffeine, coffee, tea, soda, acidic foods, spicy foods and salty foods. People who have dry mouth should drink plenty of water. Chewing on sugarless gum or hard candy will stimulate saliva glands. If these options don't work, people should ask their doctor to prescribe medication that'll stimulate more saliva.Next