Breathing Problems
Various breathing problems could point to an individual developing lupus. Lupus affects the body via inflammation- this could reach a patient’s lungs and attack the pulmonary system. The blood vessels are constricted and the flow of oxygen is limited, which leads to a weaker distribution of vital air. Breathing problems usually arise in these cases, and is connected to the abnormal state of constant fatigue. One might notice other breathing issues such as laboring for breath, which is due to the increased pressure in the chest. Some of the lupus patients experience pleuristic chest pain, which happens when they breathe in air. Lupus is known to shrink a patient’s lungs over time.
