What Is Lupus?
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
3. Genetic Factors
Some research suggests that genetic factors are responsible for the development of lupus. The function of the immune system depends on some genes. Alterations in these genes may lead to abnormalities in the function of the immune system. Other research studies suggest that cell death may be the reason behind lupus.
Cell death is a natural process occurring in our bodies to renew itself. Some genetic alterations may prevent the ability of the body to get rid of these dead cells, which may end up releasing inflammatory substances leading to lupus.
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