Lupus (Systemic Lupus Erythematosus)

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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Author:	Shannon Erstad, MBA/MPH	Last Updated: May 13, 2008
Medical Review:	Adam Husney, MD - Family Medicine Anne C. Poinier, MD - Internal Medicine Stanford M. Shoor, MD - Rheumatology
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