Systemic lupus erythematosus commonly presents as a rash. The rashes are caused by inflammation from the immune system fighting the body. Systemic lupus erythematosus, more commonly known as lupus ...

Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) is not a formal symptom of lupus, but it may develop from related factors like medication use, other autoimmune processes in the body, and hormonal changes.

Dermatomyositis and lupus are autoimmune conditions that may share symptoms like skin rashes, muscle weakness, and chronic inflammation. Dermatomyositis may involve lung complications and skin ...

This episode of The Expert Series explores the complex relationship between lupus and fibromyalgia, focusing on definitions, symptoms, overlapping conditions, treatment approaches, mental health ...

Lupus panniculitis is a rare type of lupus. It causes painful lumps under the skin that may lead to scarring. Treatments can help reduce the risk of complications. Lupus is a chronic autoimmune ...

January is Mental Wellness Month! We asked Heather Rose Artushin, a licensed clinical social worker, to share information and insights into understanding and protecting your mental health when you ...

Chilblain lupus erythematosus (CHLE) is a rare type of cutaneous lupus erythematosus (CLE). Symptoms, such as lesions and swelling, can develop after exposure to cold temperatures. CHLE may have a ...

Jan. 21, 2025 — Researchers identified a key protein as a potential therapeutic target for stopping the body's immune system from mistakenly attacking itself, offering new hope for treating ...

Ollie Barder covers Japanese pop-culture and gaming from Tokyo. Gundam and its ilk worked because its mecha design sat across the super robot and real robot tendencies. It channeled elements of ...

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HCQ is recommended for all patients with lupus at a target dose 5 mg/kg real body weight/day, considering the individual’s risk for flares and retinal toxicity. GC are used as ‘bridging therapy’ ...

Its modern equivalent is lupus. It may present to a wide range of specialists and its outcome, while much improved, remains uncertain in a significant number of patients.