Women with SLE have an increased risk of complications during pregnancy. These include miscarriage, pre-eclampsia, reduced growth, premature birth and stillbirth. If you are pregnant, or trying for a baby, talk to your doctor or midwife about how these risks affect you. You will usually be monitored by an obstetrician(who specialises in pregnancy and childbirth) and your rheumatologist(who specialises in conditions affecting muscles and bones, particularly the joints and surrounding tissues).
Attribution: BUPA