Imagine your body attacking itself. That’s what happens with lupus, a chronic autoimmune disease affecting millions worldwide. Lupus Alert Day is a chance to shine a spotlight on this condition. It’s ...

Most people with lupus have it affect the skin. The types of rashes can be divided into two large groups. First, when lupus affects the skin with problems only seen in lupus, it’s called cutaneous ...

Most people with lupus have skin problems, like rashes or sores. Sometimes lupus affects only the skin, and sometimes it affects other parts of the body, too. How long a rash lasts can vary from ...

Lucille, a 57 years old high school physical education coach, started experiencing a rash on her cheeks and nose. The rash worsened every time she went outside. She had been suffering from joint pain ...

Shontia Matlock shares her experience managing lupus and rheumatoid arthritis. Discover how she navigates treatment, faces emotional challenges, and advocates for herself.

This explainer details common lupus warning signs and why early recognition matters for clinical assessment. It outlines lupus symptoms such as photosensitivity associated with rashes, low-grade fever ...

A: The butterfly rash of lupus is on the face, specifically on the cheeks and across the bridge of the nose, sparing the immediate sides of the lower nose and below. It appears after sun exposure, and ...

Lupus is considered a common disease that impacts millions of people worldwide. Until recently, the cause of this disease was unknown. However, in a study released this week, researchers may have made ...

Every May, Lupus Awareness Month shines a spotlight on a disease that affects millions worldwide yet remains widely misunderstood. Lupus is an autoimmune condition where the body’s immune system ...

NORFOLK, Va. — You’ve likely heard of lupus, but do you know what it is? It is an autoimmune disorder that’s difficult to describe, diagnose and treat. Lupus is one of those diseases you can’t often ...