Fungal infections of the nails are not uncommon in lupus. This can be as a result of a compromised immune system, and they also can occur as a side-effect of the drugs the patient may be taking. Specific antifungal treatment is indicated as treatment.
I have SLE and I was wondering if I could have semi permanent make up done?
For someone suffering from lupus, how bad is it to consume ecstasy say once every other month?
Can I have breast implants?
This is a difficult question to answer. Saline implants are probably fine, but he is still wary of silicone implants even though the Department of Health said officially that there is no link with lupus disorders. It remains to be seen whether the PIP implants may be associated with SLE or scleroderma as they used non-medical grade silicone.