A study from Israel indicates that people with lupus might be at a considerably higher risk of developing dementia than people who don’t have the disease… Read More
Lupus
Lupus is an autoimmune disease broken into two categories: discoid lupus erythematosus (DLE) and aystemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). DLE mainly affects skin exposed to sunlight, and SLE affects skin and other vital organs, causing rashes and scars if untreated. YLearn more about lupus here.
Kidney Disease, Lupus, and Vitamin D
Low levels of vitamin D are associated with higher rates of end-stage kidney disease in people with lupus, according to new research… Read More
Fish for Lupus
According to a new report, people with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) can benefit from a diet high in omega-3 fatty acids… Read More
Lupus and Pregnancy
Women with lupus will be glad to know that a study indicates that, in contrast to long-held beliefs, women with lupus can definitely have a successful pregnancy… Read More
Lupus and Bone Loss
In people with lupus, research indicates that osteoporosis might be occurring more often in men and at a younger age than expected… Read More
New Push for Lupus Awareness
The Lupus Foundation of America and the American College of Rheumatology recently began a new lupus awareness campaign, “Be Fierce, Take Control…” Read More
Men Fare Worse With Lupus Diagnosis
Women are much more likely than men to be diagnosed with lupus, but according to a new study, men fare worse with a lupus diagnosis… Read More
Preventing Heart Problems in Lupus
A key strategy for the prevention of heart problems in lupus is warding off thrombosis, which is the formation of blood clots in the circulatory system… Read More
Blood Test to Monitor Lupus
A new blood test might enable doctors to have a good idea of where a patient’s lupus is heading, according to research. Read More
Self-Injectable Lupus Drug Receives FDA Approval
A form of Benlysta newly approved by the FDA might eliminate the need for patients to leave home for therapy. Learn more about this self-injectable lupus drug. Read More