Genetic Link Question: Is there a genetic link with Lupus?
Not clear what the link is ;but, it does exist. Probably in the proteins on certain receptors in the body. Then the body gets sensitized after environmental exposure-to what isn’t clear. So, the susceptibility is inherited and the disease only develops after further exposure in susceptible individuals. Genetic inheritance is demonstrated in identical twin studies as well as the HLA status of affected individuals. There has been a lot of specific research done on different sub-types and their propensity to develop lupus. I would refer you to a basic medical textbook of Rheumatology like Wm. Kelly’s Textbook of Rheumatology-available at any medical school library or through inter-library loan.General Information Question: My mother in law has Lupus we are still trying to find out more about it. We live in a small town and I don’t feel they are real experienced with this. Any Info would be appreciated. Also she is on a limited income and she is a widow with no insurance. Do you have any i
Not clear what the link is ;but, it does exist. Probably in the proteins on certain receptors in the body. Then the body gets sensitized after environmental exposure-to what isn’t clear. So, the susceptibility is inherited and the disease only develops after further exposure in susceptible individuals. Genetic inheritance is demonstrated in identical twin studies as well as the HLA status of affected individuals. There has been a lot of specific research done on different sub-types and their propensity to develop lupus. I would refer you to a basic medical textbook of Rheumatology like Wm. Kelly’s Textbook of Rheumatology-available at any medical school library or through inter-library loan. General Information Question: My mother in law has Lupus we are still trying to find out more about it. We live in a small town and I don’t feel they are real experienced with this. Any Info would be appreciated. Also she is on a limited income and she is a widow with no insurance. Do you have any
