Global pop icon Selena Gomez has revealed that she has developed arthritis as a result of lupus. The singer, who has always been vocal about his health conflicts, earlier shared that he was detected Lupus in 2013, and later underwent a kidney implants.

In her latest appearance on The Good Hang with Amy Pahaller, the popstar revealed that Lupus also gave her arthritis in her finger, causing pain during small tasks such as opening the bottle.

Taking this challenge as an inspiration, the ‘Good for You’ singer designed his brand, rare beauty in a user friendly manner, including a cap-free perfume and a simple button dispenser to support anyone struggling with the same problem.

Selena’s revelations not only highlight their own conflicts, but also show the widespread impact of lupus and arthritis, conditions that affect millions of people worldwide.

What is lupus?

Lupus or systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is an autoimmune disease that has a body’s immune system malfunction and attacks healthy cells in many organs and tissues of the body.

It causes inflammation (injury or infection) that affects various body parts such as the body, skin, kidneys, lungs, heart and even brain.

Symptoms of this disease can be different, and sometimes, it becomes difficult to diagnose. Although it mimics the symptoms of many diseases, the most distinct feature of lupus is a rash on the face that is similar to the wings of a butterfly across the cheeks.

Other common symptoms of lupus include fever, fatigue and joint pain.

How Lupus leads to arthritis

Since lupus has a malfunction of the immune system, it attacks healthy joints, causing arthritis.

This condition causes pain, hardness and swelling, most often in small joints such as fingers, wrists, knees and ankles.

Unlike osteoarthritis, which develops due to wear and tear, lupus arthritis provokes joints due to a highly active immune system.

Lupus arthritis is also less likely than rheumatism to cause permanent joint damage; Its effects can still be disabled.

Treatment for lupus arthritis

Lupus does not have a cure, but a compilation of treatments, check-ups and medication can reduce provoking.

Doctors are usually prescribed to manage symptoms such as NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs), hydroxychlorocvine, corticosteroids, methotrexate, azathioprin, or biologic therapy.

With medication, lifestyle measures such as adequate relaxation, soft exercise, a balanced diet and stress management are important in helping patients manage patients.