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Lupus (Systemic Lupus Erythematosus)
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Prevention
There is currently no way to prevent lupus (systemic lupus erythematosus, or SLE). But people who smoke may be more likely to develop lupus.7 Avoiding smoking and perhaps other tobacco products may decrease your risk of developing lupus.
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May 13, 2008- Author:
- Shannon Erstad, MBA/MPH
- Medical Review:
- Adam Husney, MD - Family Medicine
Anne C. Poinier, MD - Internal Medicine
Stanford M. Shoor, MD - Rheumatology
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