Lupus is an inflammatory disease that occurs when your immune system attacks your own healthy tissue and organs. There are more than 200,000 cases of lupus per year in the United States. Lupus can affect many body parts including the joints, heart, lungs, kidneys, skin, and brain. One of the most frustrating symptoms associated with …
When I was first diagnosed with lupus, I felt relieved. After what seemed like years of questioning of what going on with my body I finally had some answers. However, after my initial moment of feeling thankful for some clarity, I started to realize what this diagnosis really meant. Having lupus basically meant the healthy …
Lupus is a complex, chronic autoimmune disease marked by excess inflammation and a variety of other symptoms. The body’s immune system essentially goes into overdrive and attacks normal, healthy tissue resulting in swelling and damage to other organs. A lupus diagnosis is life-changing and being aware of key facts and common misconceptions about the disease …
Lupus can affect just about any part of the body. It is an inflammatory disease that causes the immune system to attack its own tissues. Many times, those suffering with the disease don’t have any visible symptoms. However, the things that may be going on inside the body can be debilitating. According to the American …
