Misconception 1: Lupus is
contagious
·
Reality : It is not contagious
Misconception 2: Lupus only
occurs in women and not in men
·
Reality : Occurrence in women is more frequent and men do have
Lupus.
Misconception 3: Only a butterfly
rash is a sign of Lupus
·
Reality : No; but it is a characteristic presentation.
Misconception 4: Lupus patients
cannot get pregnant
·
Reality : Absolutely wrong.
Misconception 5: Lupus patients
are lazy
·
Reality : Absolutely wrong.
Misconception 6: Sun exposure
should be avoided if the patients develop rash
·
Reality : Yes.
Misconception 7: Exercise if you
have Lupus
·
Reality : Yes.
Misconception 8: Lupus is
uncommon
·
Reality : Lupus is not so common.
Misconception 9: Only young
struggle with Lupus
·
Reality : Lupus can occur at any age.
Misconception 10: A lupus diagnosis is almost always deadly
· Reality : Absolute myth.
