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Can A Person Get Lupus By Taking HIV Drugs?

Hi thanks asking me to ask questions - Can you get Lupus from taking HIV drugs?
What kind of drugs are used for HIV patients?
How many medications are taken a day?
I don't know if the person that I know is hiding the fact that they have HIV; they look like they have Lupus and is being treated for Rheumatoid Arthritis this person takes about 30 meds a day and says that half of them are vitamins. I am concerned she should tell her aunt with whom she lives, the aunt is sick with worry it would make it easier if she knew the truth (if this is the situation of having HIV)
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Wed, 25 Sep 2013
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Rheumatologist 's  Response
Dear madam,

Yes some medicines can cause drug induced lupus. I think you should consult a doctor for her as this many medications cannot be for HIV.

Dr. Shruti
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Can A Person Get Lupus By Taking HIV Drugs?

Dear madam, Yes some medicines can cause drug induced lupus. I think you should consult a doctor for her as this many medications cannot be for HIV. Dr. Shruti