Partial lupus remission is common but temporary, with symptoms eventually returning. Total remission is rare, with most patients experiencing shorter periods of remission followed by flare-ups. Lupus is treatable, but patients must take care of their overall health. Flare-ups can be triggered by sunlight, illness, stress, or pregnancy, and their duration is unpredictable. Partial lupus […]
Remission is a reduction in symptoms of a chronic disease, commonly used in reference to cancer. There are two types: partial and complete. Complete remission means symptoms have stopped, but the disease may still be present. Relapse is possible, and doctors are reluctant to declare a complete cure. Patients still need to be monitored regularly. […]
