Why Did Selena Gomez Have Kidney Failure? Causes and Treatment Explained
Learn why Selena Gomez experienced kidney failure due to lupus and how her 2017 kidney transplant helped her recovery.
Video transcript
Selena Gomez experienced kidney failure as a complication of lupus, an autoimmune disease in which the body's immune system attacks its own tissues. She underwent a kidney transplant in 2017, with her friend Francia Raisa serving as the donor.
Questions and answers
What causes kidney failure in lupus patients?
Kidney failure in lupus patients is caused by lupus nephritis, an inflammation of the kidneys due to the immune system attacking its own tissues.
Who donated the kidney to Selena Gomez?
Selena Gomez received a kidney transplant in 2017 from her friend Francia Raisa.
How does lupus lead to organ failure?
Lupus causes the immune system to mistakenly attack healthy tissues, which can cause organ inflammation and damage, potentially leading to failure.
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