Content. Ancient Egypt was one of the earliest, longest-lasting and most influential civilizations in world history. The civilization of Ancient Egypt is known for its stupendous achievements in a whole range of fields, including art and architecture, engineering, medicine and statecraft.Its great buildings on the banks of the River Nile still strike awe into those who see them.he civilization of Ancient Egypt is known for its stupendous achievements in a whole range of fields, including art and architecture, engineering, medicine and statecraft. Its great buildings on the banks of the River Nile still strike awe into those who see them.
Just 20 years ago, only 40 percent of people with lupus were expected to live more than 3 years following a diagnosis. Now, with earlier diagnosis, the latest therapies, and careful monitoring, most people with lupus can look forward to a normal lifespan.
People with lupus also develop specific problems when the immune system attacks a particular organ or area in the body. The following areas of the body can be affected by lupus: Skin. Skin problems are a common feature of lupus. Some people with lupus have a red rash over their cheeks and the bridge of their nose -- called a butterfly or malar rash. Hair loss and mouth sores are also common. One particular type of lupus that generally affects only the skin is called discoid lupus. With this type of lupus, the skin problems consist of large red, circular rashes that may scar.