Causes of Lupus
 
The exact cause of Lupus is unknown. Lupus is believed to be caused by genetic and environmental stimuli. Environmental factors that could trigger Lupus include:
•    Smoking
•    High Stress Levels
•    Excessive exposure to sunlight.
•    Certain types of medications and antibiotics, particularly penicillin and sulfa groups
•    Certain types of infections
•    Chemical exposure to compounds such as trichloroethylene.
Additionally, the incidence of Lupus is more in females than males indicating that certain hormones could trigger the disease.