Lupus Causes & Risks

Causes

The cause of lupus is unknown. Researchers believe it may be a combination of:

Genetic factors
Environmental factors, which may include:
- Sunlight (UV rays)
- Stress
Viral or other type of infection
Drug-induced ( methyldopa , procainamide , hydralazine , isoniazid , chlorpromazine , TNF-blocking drugs)

Risk Factors

These risk factors increase your chance of developing lupus. Tell your doctor if you have any of these risk factors:

Sex: female to male ratio: 10:1
Age: childbearing age (20-45 years)
Race: African American, Native American, Asian, and Hispanic

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