Autoimmune diseases, including systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), are more common in women than men, and scientists are ...

An ophthalmologist conducted a visual examination which showed central retinal artery occlusion (CRAO), the blockage of a ...

A recent study found that regularly checking blood levels of hydroxychloroquine (HCQ, known commercially as Plaquenil®) may ...

Our approach is innovative and removes barriers to progress. Watch this short video about three of our bold research initiatives to better understand lupus in children and teens, improve early ...

The Lupus Foundation of America works to improve the quality of life for all people affected by lupus through programs of research, education, support and advocacy.

I am Memory from Zambia. I am 23 years old. I was diagnosed with lupus this year, 2024. In the 4 months since that time, I have never experienced any symptoms of my condition, not until this month.

It took me a good 8.5 years to find out what was really wrong with me. I hated being outside in the sun for too long because I would get really tired and fatigued. I also was have trouble getting in ...

For almost 30 years, I was a beloved elementary art teacher, touching the lives of hundreds of students each week. I poured my heart into nurturing young minds and fueling their passions - it was my ...

La Fundación Lupus de América trabaja para mejorar la calidad de vida de todas las personas afectadas por el lupus través de programas de investigación, educación, apoyo y abogacía. Join our registry, ...

My lupus diagnosis happened as a Sophomore in high school, after months of doctor's visits and spending an entire summer sick with pleurisy and pneumonia. It was rough as I had to miss drivers ed ...