High Protein Levels Found in Urine May Predict Lupus NephritisLupus nephritis is an inflammation of the kidneys. It occurs as a result of lupus, an autoimmune disease. When you have an autoimmune disease, your body's immune system attacks your... By Editorial Team2 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Skin Care Tips for LupusCutaneous lupus erythematosus (CLE) is lupus that affects the skin. CLE flares cause a rash to develop over parts of the skin. It may appear as a "butterfly rash" covering... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Proton Pump Inhibitors Linked to Drug-Induced LupusDrug-induced lupus is a disease like lupus that is caused by specific prescription drugs. Drug-induced lupus has many of the same symptoms as systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), such as:1 There... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Lupus May Affect Gut BacteriaIn the last few years, there has been a lot of research on how gut health affects people. Doctors have studied how the gut microbiome can affect many health conditions... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Lupus May Increase Risk for Gestational DiabetesMost people living with lupus have successful pregnancies and births. Modern medicine has made it safer than ever to be pregnant with lupus. But a pregnancy while living with lupus... By Editorial Team2 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
How Do Autoimmune Diseases Affect Cancer Risk?Our immune system is constantly working to fight foreign or dangerous invaders like viruses, fungi, or bacteria. This helps protect us from things like infections, the flu, and even cancer... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Legalization of Medical Marijuana: The Impact on Those Living With Chronic Health ConditionsSurveys show that most people in the United States favor legalized marijuana for medical or recreational use. As of early 2022, cannabis for medical use, or medical marijuana, is legal... By Editorial Team2 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Research Reveals Potential New Noninvasive Lupus TestReceiving a diagnosis for systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) can take about 6 years after symptoms start. This is because SLE is difficult to diagnose.1 Doctors rely on several tests, symptoms... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Is Lupus Remission Possible?Lupus symptoms and flares are challenging. People living with lupus work toward better symptom management. Remission is a goal of many. Several of the 70 questions in the 2nd Lupus... By Editorial Team2 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Dysfunctional Red Blood Cells in Childhood Could Predict LupusMany doctors want to know more about lupus. However, this disease – like all autoimmune diseases – is complex. Questions remain about why and in what ways the immune system... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
How Do Drugs Get Their Names?Most drugs on the market have 2 names. They have a brand name (like Tylenol) and a generic name (like acetaminophen). Unlike brand names, generic names are used to describe... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Can Someone With Lupus Ever Stop Taking Prednisone?Corticosteroids, also called steroids, are often used to treat lupus. Prednisone is the most commonly prescribed steroid for lupus. While it is effective at reducing inflammation and its symptoms, it... By Editorial Team2 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Vitamin D Deficiency Linked to Metabolic Changes in People With LupusA new international study published in the journal Rheumatology has shown that vitamin D deficiency may be linked to metabolic syndrome in lupus. Vitamin D is an important hormone for... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Lupus and Avascular NecrosisInflammation caused by lupus can impact all parts of your body, even your bones. One common health condition that happens along with lupus is the bone disease avascular necrosis. When... By Editorial Team2 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
The Connection Between Lupus and NMOSDPeople with lupus can have other autoimmune diseases. One or more other autoimmune diseases appeared in 30 percent of people with lupus in a study published in 2000.1 Further research... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
The Difference Between Lupus and CREST SyndromeLupus and CREST syndrome are both autoimmune disorders. Getting an accurate diagnosis can be hard because the 2 have several overlapping symptoms. In this article, we will take a look... By Editorial Team2 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
How Lupus And Rheumatoid Arthritis Are RelatedLupus and rheumatoid arthritis (RA) have a lot in common. Both are autoimmune conditions in which a person’s immune system fights against its own body. They are also rheumatic disorders... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Digital Health vs. Digital TherapeuticsTechnology is now a common way to deliver healthcare. Digital health products help prevent, diagnose, or manage chronic conditions. Devices range from wellness apps to artificial intelligence and wearable devices... By Editorial Team2 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Lupus and Epstein-Barr VirusResearch continues to shed light on the link between Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) and autoimmune diseases including lupus. The new insight can help people who are prone to such conditions in... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Asthma and COPD in LupusRecent research has shown that asthma and COPD are more common in people with lupus. In a new study, researchers looked at data from 2 sources. These were the FORWARD... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
