Relationships With Lupus Healthcare ProvidersWe recently surveyed hundreds of people with lupus for our 2020 Lupus In America survey. We asked about all aspects of life...reactions3comments
The Link Between 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...reactions20comments
Asthma & COPD with Lupus: Understanding the Link and RisksRecent research has shown that asthma and COPD are more common in people with lupus. In a new study, researchers looked at...reactions2comments
Later Menstrual Period and Long-Term Breastfeeding May Increase Lupus Risk in Black WomenA new study published in the journal Lupus has suggested that several factors related to reproduction may play a role in Black...reactionscomments
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...reactions1comment
Lupus and Your Blood SugarLupus is an autoimmune disease that can affect different parts of the body. Lupus causes your own immune system to attack healthy...reactionscomments
Other Health Conditions Experienced Alongside LupusThe journey to receiving a lupus diagnosis can be a long one. The symptoms of lupus can be nonspecific and overlap with...reactions13comments
Fertility Treatments in Women With LupusLupus is a disorder of the immune system. It affects 23 million people in the United States. Most people with lupus are...reactionscomments
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...reactions2comments
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...reactionscomments
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...reactionscomments
Understanding Your Lupus Lab WorkLupus causes the immune system to attack normal cells throughout your body. It is often difficult to diagnose. For example, there is...reactionscomments
Health Literacy and LupusLupus is a chronic illness that affects multiple organs and can require advanced therapies. Because it is a complex illness, people with...reactions1comment
Healthcare Costs Greater for Those With Lupus NephritisLupus is a chronic (long-term) autoimmune disease. The disease is most common among women between the ages of 14 and 55. These...reactionscomments
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...reactions3comments
Importance of Managing Blood Pressure With LupusHeart complications are more common in people with lupus than in the general population. These complications include heart disease, heart attack, cerebrovascular...reactionscomments
Research Uncovers How DNA Affects Lupus SeverityDoctors and researchers are just beginning to understand the genetics behind lupus. Doctors still do not entirely understand exactly what causes people...reactions4comments
AllodyniaAllodynia is a type of pain. For people with allodynia, things that should not be painful cause severe pain. Allodynia is a...reactionscomments
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...reactionscomments
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...reactionscomments
