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Understanding Lupus Research

Scientists are studying lupus in many ways. Here’s what you need to know.

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Comprender las investigaciones de lupus

Los científicos estudian el lupus de muchas formas. Aquí encontrarás lo que debes saber.

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The Great Girlfriends Podcast: The Surprising Signs Your Body Might Be Battling Lupus

Jessica Williams, M.D., MPH, and patient advocate Tracy Wilson uncover silent symptoms, Tracy’s life-changing diagnosis journey, and the path to thriving with lupus

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How Is Lupus Diagnosed?

What you need to know about the tests available for lupus and what the results mean for you

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¿Cómo se diagnostica el lupus?

Lo que debes saber acerca de las pruebas disponibles para detectar lupus y lo que los resultados significan para ti

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Common Types of Lupus

Lupus can affect the whole body, and understanding the different types may help you handle your symptoms

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Tipos frecuentes de lupus

El lupus puede afectar todo el cuerpo y entender los varios tipos podría ser útil para que controles tus síntomas

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I Lived with Undiagnosed Lupus for Years — Because Doctors Refused to Test Me for It

They didn’t take me seriously until the disease had all but destroyed me

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I Still Live a Full and Active Life with Lupus

My days may look a bit different than I imagined, but my life is filled with joy and purpose

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Todavía disfruto una vida activa y plena con lupus

Mis días pueden ser un poco diferentes de lo que imaginé, pero mi vida está llena de alegría y propósito

Autoimmune Disease & Women

Autoimmune Disease & Women

Most people with an autoimmune disease are women. Here’s what you need to know.

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The High Cost of Living with Lupus

Lupus can devastate women’s health and finances — particularly for those from marginalized communities

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El alto costo de vivir con lupus

El lupus puede devastar la salud y las finanzas de las mujeres, particularmente de mujeres de comunidades marginadas

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Why Are Women of Color More at Risk for Lupus?

Women make up 9 out of 10 lupus cases. And women of color — especially Black women — are more likely to suffer from this autoimmune disease.

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¿Por qué las mujeres de color tienen más riesgo de lupus?

Las mujeres tienen una incidencia de 9 de cada 10 casos de lupus, pero las mujeres de color, especialmente las mujeres de raza negra, son más propensas a padecer este trastorno autoinmunitario

Living with Lupus

Living with Lupus

There are many ways to manage and treat lupus that help keep symptoms from interfering with daily life

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Clinically Speaking: Questions and Answers About the Importance of Clinical Trials in Lupus Research

Anca Askanase, M.D., answers our questions about why clinical trials are so important for treating lupus

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FAQs About Lupus

Lupus affects 1.5 million Americans, and 9 out of 10 of them are women. Learn the signs of this tricky autoimmune condition.

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Autoimmune Diseases 101

About 8% of Americans have an autoimmune disease — and nearly 80% of them are women

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Life with Lupus

Life with lupus can be challenging, but there are things you can do to make it easier

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Despite Its Disastrous Effects, Covid-19 Offers Some Gifts to Medicine — an Immunology Expert Explains What It Can Teach Us About Autoimmune Disease

Patients with severe Covid-19 infections have symptoms that are similar to autoimmune disorder symptoms, such as blood vessel inflammation, rashes and organ damage

Tichina’s Most Important Role

Tichina’s Most Important Role

Tichina Arnold became a lupus warrior, after her younger sister, Zenay, was diagnosed with the disease

5 Common Autoimmune Diseases That Affect Women

5 Common Autoimmune Diseases That Affect Women

Rates of autoimmune diseases are climbing, and women are disproportionately affected. Learn more about common autoimmune diseases that affect women.