Daniel Wallace, who’s Kim’s doctor called her for revealing the results of her blood test and said,
‘Kim Kardashian, a reality TV star who had been complaining of pain, swollen joints and fatigue, received the distressing medical news that she is suffering from an autoimmune condition called lupus and rheumatoid arthritis.’
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The tensed star, who was with Khloe Kardashian, thereafter called her other sister Kylie Jenner and mother Kris Jenner saying, “I’m freaking out.
Post the results Wallace went on to list a handful of the illnesses’ corresponding side effects, joint pain, and exhaustion that she is suffering from. Still, he made sure to remind her that these test results alone don’t necessarily confirm the actual presence of either disease.
Wallace said: “Sometimes you can get false positives in these screenings,” and they scheduled a follow-up appointment.
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What is Lupus?
Lupus is a complex disease, the cause of which is unknown. The body forms antibodies against its own tissues. The antibodies attach to certain protein molecules resulting in immune complexes which contribute to inflammation and tissue injury in different parts of the body.
Over the years, there have been major advancements in our understanding of lupus. However, there is still a need to bridge the gap between treatment and research in order to generate new data for finding a possible cure that will provide solace and hope to lupus patients and their families.
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